Long-Term Care Survey Alert

In the real world — especially in a dually-certified facility offering both SNF and NF levels of care — sorting out the details of CMS’ new guidance can be a bit trying. Keep this cheat sheet handy as a reference to who should be doing what — depending on the care setting and other pertinent details:

Authority for Non-physician Practitioners to Perform Visits, Sign Orders and Sign Certifications/Re-certifications When Permitted by the State*