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Get Guaranteed Compliance with EduCare
On July 11, 2024 by Anna Mowry
EduCare is the premier on-demand education for senior care that guarantees compliance with Minnesota laws and regulations.
Assisted Living Survey Readiness: Check Your Postings
On March 14, 2024 by Bobbie Guidry
The assisted living statute (144G) mandates several postings. The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) has provided a tool on its website, used by surveyors to assess compliance with these posting requirements.
Year-End Assisted Living Audits and the Essential Guide
On November 30, 2023 by Bobbie Guidry
As 2023 ends, assisted living settings should consider auditing compliance with required postings and procedures.
SNF Quality Reporting Program Non-Compliance Letters
On July 27, 2023 by Julie Apold
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has begun notifying Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs) that were determined to be out of compliance with the Quality Reporting Program (QRP) requirements for the Calendar Year 2022.
Certified Food Protection Manager Required in Food Code Requirements for Assisted Living
On May 4, 2023 by Bobbie Guidry
A licensed assisted living facility in Minnesota is required to comply with the Minnesota Food Code and have a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM).
Minnesota Providers Need Stronger Cybersecurity Measures
On October 20, 2022 by Erin Huppert
Minnesota Critical Infrastructure Providers, including those in health care and some long-term care, will be asked to complete new cybersecurity requirements, according to a state executive order.
Changes Required to Assisted Living Contracts
On July 21, 2022 by Bobbie Guidry
Providers will be required to make a few minor changes to the assisted living contract in the coming weeks. LeadingAge Minnesota is in the process of providing feedback to the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) on a draft frequently asked questions document regarding assisted living contract language.
2 New Resources to Help Adult Day Providers Remain Compliant
On January 8, 2019 by Roni Falck
Adult Day Services providers now have access to two new resources from the Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) to help them remain compliant: a webinar on licensing surveys, regulations and expectations and several sample policies and forms.
MDH Survey Trends in Assisted Living Home Care
On December 12, 2018 by Elizabeth Sether, RN, MHA, LNHA
A recent analysis of Comprehensive Home Care licensed provider surveys revealed several trends. Of the top 10 correction orders written over the past four quarters, the top two -- Contents of Service Plan and TB Prevention and Control -- have remained constant, eight tags are consistently cited, and only two have entered or dropped out over the last four quarters. Also, there are now only three Tags cited in 50 percent of the surveys currently being conducted.
Today is Early Bird Registration Deadline for July 17 Adult Day Conference
On June 19, 2018 by Heidi Simpson
Wednesday, June 20 is the last day to take advantage of early bird registration fees for the July 17 Adult Day Conference. Representatives from the Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) will share details on a recent report regarding regulatory compliance in adult day settings from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Resources as well as information how they plan to respond to areas of concern.