Health Inspection

Definition: The component of a CMS survey that evaluates a nursing home's compliance with federal quality of care and quality of life requirements, excluding Life Safety Code provisions.

In Practice

The health inspection is the core of the annual survey and examines resident care, services, and outcomes. It includes resident interviews, staff interviews, record reviews, and direct observations. Results are publicly reported and factor into the Five-Star rating.

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