Ftag of the Week Reference
483.21 — Comprehensive Resident Centered Care Plan (F655–F659)
The Comprehensive Resident Centered Care Plan regulatory group establishes CMS requirements for developing and implementing person-centered care plans for every resident. These regulations govern the baseline care plan developed within 48 hours of admission, the comprehensive care plan developed following the full MDS assessment, care plan timing and revision requirements, professional standards for services provided, and the qualifications of persons delivering those services. Care planning deficiencies consistently rank among the most cited nationally — F656 ranks in the national top 5.
F655 – F659
Comprehensive Care Planning — F-Tag Analysis
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