ALF Refunds | FL
Assisted living facility (ALF) operators must put a quick refund system in place. Florida law is very clear that when required, refunds must be issued quickly. If your ALF issues a refund late, there will be a penalty assessed that will be very costly to your ALF. If your ALF needs to issue a refund, […]
OTC Stock Pile Yes and No’s | FL
New Rules Regarding OTC Medication for Assisted Living Facilities Recently there were changes to rule 58A-5.0185 which relates to over the counter (OTC) medication for residents of assisted living facilities (ALFs). As an ALF owner or staff member, it is critical to examine and understand these rules changes and ensure you are in full compliance. […]
Are Your Fire Drills Up To Date?
Assisted living facilities must conduct fire drills on a regular schedule set by state fire code and AHCA requirements. Drills test staff response, evacuation routes, and resident safety procedures under realistic conditions. Facilities must document each drill, including date, time, and any issues identified during the exercise. Consistent documentation shows regulators your facility maintains ongoing […]
New Resident Medicare Numbers
In the Spring, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) sent all Medicare beneficiaries brand new cards. For protection, the new Medicare cards do not have social security numbers on them. By removing social security numbers, we are helping to prevent identity theft. New cards should have arrived by June. The new updated cards will […]