AHCA/NCAL’s three-part online webinar on the Risk-Based Survey Process

Dear Members:

So many of us greeted with great excitement and enthusiasm, CMS’ recent announcement that its Risk Based Survey pilot program would be expanded nationwide.  For the approximately 12% of Medicare-participating nursing facilities that qualify (approximately 1500 facilities), these facilities can expect to receive recertification surveys that are more focused, shorter in length and performed by a smaller survey team.

However, the Program can be a challenge to understand and navigate with almost a dozen qualifying criteria and several very important disqualifying criteria.  Responding to this need for education and member guidance, our national affiliate, AHCA/NCAL, has assembled a three-part online, “at your own pace”, webinar that will walk participants methodically through the process.  Details, including a registration link, is set forth immediately below:

From AHCA/NCAL: 

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) is expanding the Risk-Based Survey (RBS) process nationwide, creating a more focused survey experience for qualifying high-performing nursing facilities. AHCA has a new education program – Chasing the Trophy – that explains how RBS differs from the traditional Long-Term Care Survey Process (LTCSP), the criteria used to determine and maintain eligibility, and the circumstances that may trigger disqualification or conversion to a standard survey.

Participants will examine updated survey procedures, resident screening and facility tasks, and practical strategies for strengthening readiness in key areas, including Five-Star performance, PBJ reporting, MDS and schizophrenia coding, infection prevention, staffing, and complaint management. Attendees will also learn how to use LTC Trend Tracker data to monitor performance, identify risks, and support continuous quality improvement.

Designed for nursing facility administrators, clinical leaders, quality professionals, and regulatory staff, this session provides actionable guidance to help organizations pursue and sustain RBS eligibility.

Registration is free to AHCA/NCAL members, $150 for non-members. Registration includes the 3-part webinar series along with two additional handouts: a Risk-Based Survey FAQ and Resources Related to RBS Disqualifications.

If you need assistance with accessing the program email educate@ahca.org. Content related questions may be sent to regulatory@ahca.org.