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CMS Long-Term Care (SNF/NF) Requirements of Participation Survey Readiness

Survey-readiness checklist for skilled nursing and nursing facilities against the CMS Requirements of Participation, aligned to Appendix PP F-tags.

CMS 42 CFR 483 Subpart BCMS State Operations Manual Appendix PP

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Resident Rights & Dignity

  • Is each resident treated with dignity and respect and free from abuse, neglect, and exploitation? *
  • Is each resident informed of their rights and facility rules before or at the time of admission? *
  • Can residents self-administer medications when the interdisciplinary team deems it safe? *
  • Are residents allowed to participate in developing their own care plan? *

Comprehensive Assessment & Care Planning

  • Is a comprehensive MDS assessment completed within 14 days of admission and updated on schedule? *
  • Does each resident have a person-centered, baseline care plan within 48 hours of admission? *
  • Is a comprehensive care plan developed within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment? *

Quality of Care & Quality of Life

  • Do residents receive care to maintain/improve function unless clinically contraindicated? *
  • Are residents free of avoidable pressure ulcers and are existing ulcers treated? *
  • Are interventions in place to prevent avoidable accidents and falls (adequate supervision/devices)? *
  • Is each resident free from unnecessary physical restraints? *

Nursing Services & Staffing

  • Are sufficient nursing staff provided to meet residents' assessed needs 24 hours a day? *
  • Is a registered nurse on duty at least 8 consecutive hours per day, 7 days a week? *
  • Are nurse aides competency-evaluated and included on the state nurse aide registry? *

Pharmacy & Medication Management

  • Is the drug regimen of each resident reviewed at least monthly by a licensed pharmacist? *
  • Is each resident free from unnecessary drugs and any excessive dose/duration? *
  • Are psychotropic drugs given only on a PRN basis for a limited duration with documented rationale? *

Food, Nutrition & Environment

  • Are foods prepared, stored, distributed, and served under sanitary conditions? *
  • Does the facility maintain a safe, functional, sanitary, and comfortable environment? *
  • Is there a facility assessment used to determine resource and staffing needs? *

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