Upon patient record review, 5 of 5 (Patient #1,2,3,4,5) did not have evidence in the patient record that the comprehensive assessment takes into consideration the imminence of death.
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Canoga Park, California · CCN B41589
2 findings across 1 survey, in the inspector's own words.
The inspector’s own words from form CMS-2567, unedited, including CMS’s own spacing. Names and some dates are redacted by CMS.
Survey of March 2, 2022
2 findingsUpon patient client record review, 1 of 5 (Patient #5) did not have evidence that all entries are legible, clear, complete, and appropriately authenticated and dated in accordance with the organizations policies and procedures and currently accepted standards of practice. Patient #5 - There was no evidence of a date after the patient's wife's signature on the EOB. There was a start of care date on the EOB. Documentation revealed a discrepancy in the start of care KPS and PPS scores. The physician narrative on the CTI said KPS 40% and PPS 50%. The nursing comprehensive assessment said KPS 60% and PPS 60%.
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