OASIS M1860 Ambulation/Locomotion - Answer Indicated GG0170 Only
Just because the patient has a mobility deficit doesn’t mean s/he is a candidate for physical therapy. The patient’s status prior to this current episode is the primary driver that determines if physical therapy is needed or not. If the patient is not a candidate for therapy and...
34 Work Simplification Strategies for Grooming, Dressing & Bathing
Grooming
- Sit whenever possible to perform grooming, and sit correctly by using good posture.
- Use surfaces that are at a level to perform grooming...
Peripheral Vascular Disease: How to Answer OASIS D M1028
Here are a few key points to remember when answering the home health care form OASIS D M1028 for Peripheral Vascular Disease for MyHomecareBiz:
- The physician or physician designee must confirm that these diagnoses are active and associated with the patient’s home health episode of...
Are You Doing Enough for Patients with Depression & Anxiety?
Depression and anxiety are major health issues among patients receiving home care, but are under-diagnosed and under-treated ... causing negative health outcomes. Your patient may be anxious and/or depressed because illness prevents participation in activities. While anxiety or...
6 Goals for OASIS-D GG0130B Oral Hygiene
Good mouth care is important. Not only for oral health but for general health as well. Poor dental health has been linked to cancer, cardio-respiratory problems and dementia. Although there is a
OASIS D - M2020 Oral Medications Management
Include the following evidence-based OASIS C/C1 best clinical practices for (M2020) Management of Oral Medications: the patient's current ability to prepare and take all oral medications reliably and safely, including administration of the correct dosage at the appropriate...
