In this episode, I will discuss the OIG November 2023 Compliance Officer Roles and Responsibilities guidance. The compliance officer has a responsibility to develop policies and procedures, conduct risk assessments, provide education and training, and promptly investigate any reports of abuse or fraud. They must also foster a culture of open communication and transparency within the organization and have open access to the board to report concerns and updates on the compliance program.
We focus on how nursing facilities can reduce avoidable emergency room transfers and hospital readmissions by finding clinical changes sooner and acting on them consistently. We connect resident safety, family decision-making, and CMS quality measures to practical systems like dashboards, structured assessments, and ongoing education.…
