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Using Standardized Tools to Improve Outcomes: Fall Risk Assessment

Since the implementation of OASIS-C, one of the most frequently asked questions refers to the utilization of standardized tools in assessments and screenings. The following is a breakdown of data elements which include the use of a standardized tool. M1910, fall risk assessment The data element: Has the patient had a multi-factor fall risk assessment (such as falls [...]

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Using Standardized Tools to Improve Outcomes

Since the implementation of OASIS-C, one of the most frequently asked questions refers to the utilization of standardized tools in assessments and screenings. The following is a breakdown of data elements which include the use of a standardized tool. M1240, pain assessment The data element: Has the patient had a formal pain assessment using a standardized pain assessment [...]

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Q: Which multi-factor tool should we use for falls risk assessment?

Q: Which multi-factor tool should we use for fall risk assessment? A: Home health agencies are not mandated on which fall risk assessment tool they should use. In fact, like all process elements on the OASIS-C assessment, use of a standardized tool is optional. For M1910, Fall risk assessment, if a standardized tool is used, it [...]

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WOCN Tool for Pressure Ulcers on OASIS-C

Many home health professionals have questions about the changes to the data elements on pressure ulcers. Ask OASIS-Central gets a lot of questions about this subject.  The new data elements are looking for more detail about the pressure ulcers and this forces caregivers to have a true understanding of pressure ulcers and the terms that [...]

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Helpful Resources from CMS

Many homecare  professionals listened to the CMS sponsored calls this fall that explained the ins and outs of the OASIS-C implementation. These calls helped answer questions about OASIS-C before it was launched and can continue to help today. The informational slides used in the presentations can answer many questions that arise for members of the homecare [...]

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Has the OASIS Statement of Patient Privacy Rights been changed?

Q: Has the OASIS Statement of Patient Privacy Rights form been updated or changed at this time? A: The OASIS Statement of Patient Privacy Rights has not changed and may be downloaded from the CMS website at: http://www.cms.hhs.gov/OASIS/03_Regulations.asp.

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