By: Becky Tolson, RN, BS Manager, Survey Operations Posted: August 5, 2025 In facility-based healthcare organizations, infection control is proactively managed throughout the environment. Providers of home care services address infection prevention through example and...
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The Comprehensive Assessment in Home Health
By: Becky Tolson, RN, BS Manager, Survey Operations Posted: August 5, 2025A comprehensive assessment is a critical first step in developing an individualized plan of care for home health patients. The Medicare Conditions of Participation (CoPs) and ACHC Standards...
Infection Control Breaches in Home Health
By: Becky Tolson, RN, BS Manager, Survey Operations Posted: June 20, 2025Infection control is a crucial area of focus during home health accreditation surveys. Surveyors assess written policies and procedures and shadow clinicians on patient home visits to observe...
Competency Assessments for Home Care Personnel
By: Becky Tolson, RN, BS Manager, Survey Operations Posted: June 13, 2025Home care agencies provide services that range from companion/homemaker support to skilled care and specialized therapies. The agency’s clients or patients should have confidence that tasks are...