Risk-based nursing home inspections face concerns
The article discusses a new nationwide "risk-based survey" process announced by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, aimed at streamlining inspections of high-performing nursing homes. Starting in September, about 12% of lower-risk facilities with high ratings and no recent violations will undergo shorter, focused inspections to better allocate resources. Critics argue this reduction in oversight could increase the risk of harm to vulnerable residents, while supporters believe it encourages improvements in care quality and efficiency.
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