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Which agencies regulate facilities participating in Medicare or Medicaid?
Which agencies regulate facilities participating in Medicare or Medicaid?
How are facilities not receiving reimbursement from Medicare or Medicaid regulated?
How are facilities not receiving reimbursement from Medicare or Medicaid regulated?
What has the full force of the law in the context of senior living facilities?
What has the full force of the law in the context of senior living facilities?
How do regulations affect medication administration in senior living facilities?
How do regulations affect medication administration in senior living facilities?
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Study Notes
Regulatory Agencies
- Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) regulates facilities participating in Medicare and Medicaid
- State survey agencies also regulate facilities participating in Medicare and Medicaid
Regulation of Facilities Not Receiving Medicare or Medicaid
- Facilities not receiving reimbursement from Medicare or Medicaid are regulated by state licensure laws and regulations
- These laws and regulations vary by state
Force of Law in Senior Living Facilities
- Survey protocols have the full force of the law in the context of senior living facilities
- These protocols are used to determine compliance with federal regulations and state laws
Impact of Regulations on Medication Administration
- Regulations affect medication administration in senior living facilities by requiring adherence to strict protocols and procedures
- This includes ensuring that medications are administered correctly, safely, and in accordance with physician orders
- Facilities must also maintain accurate records of medication administration
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Explore the regulatory agencies involved in the oversight of senior living facilities, including those participating in Medicare or Medicaid and those that do not receive reimbursement. Understand the roles of the Federal Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS), state licensure agencies, and other applicable organizations.
