As the COVID-19 situation continues to evolve, SimpleLTC is working hard to provide resources and tools to help. In that effort, we’ve added 4 new SimpleAnalyzer™ scrubber rules to help you contain COVID-19 in your facility. Indication of Coronavirus and Contact with Others (COVID-19) This rule flags if I8000 includes … Read More
CMS delays release of the Oct 2020 MDS item set
In response to stakeholder concerns, CMS is delaying the MDS 3.0 v1.18.1 release, which had been scheduled for Oct 1, 2020. CMS posted a draft of the MDS 3.0 item set v1.18.0 in Dec 2019, causing distress across the industry. In return, CMS stated: We would like to thank the … Read More
COVID-19: How Simple is responding
We’re aware of the many challenges our customers are facing and we applaud your efforts to keep your fragile residents safe at this difficult time. At SimpleLTC, we want to do everything we can to support you as new challenges arise, so here’s a quick update on what we’re doing … Read More
[On-demand webinar] Updated HHSC Form 1012 – Mental Illness/Dementia Resident Review
Attention Texas SNFs: Register now for this March’s PASRR Technical Assistance Call (PTAC) as Texas Health and Human Services (HHSC) reviews changes to the current Form 1012 and how to complete the updated Form 1012. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn about the updated HHSC Form 1012! [TX webinar] Updated … Read More
20/20 vision: Your questions answered!
On Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2020, SimpleLTC and Briggs Healthcare offered a free webinar, “20/20 vision: What’s in store for PDPM, RoPs, and the MDS,” covering strategies to enhance your PDPM expertise, prepare for the new MDS item sets, and more. Based on questions asked during the webinar, Mary Madison prepared … Read More