Survey Readiness at ATN Healthcare
As a Colorado-licensed and Medicaid-certified home health agency, ATN Healthcare is fully prepared for CDPHE, HCPF, Medicare, and accreditation surveys, ensuring compliance and quality for IHSS and HCBS services.
Our Survey Preparedness
Personnel Records
Comprehensive records include credentials, background checks, and training history, meeting CDPHE standards for IHSS/HCBS care.
Background Checks & Fingerprinting
State and federal background checks and fingerprinting ensure compliance with CDPHE hiring requirements.
Diplomas & Transcripts
Verified diplomas and transcripts align with licensing and certification standards for clinical staff.
Licenses for Staff
Current licenses for nurses and aides are verified, ensuring compliance with Colorado Board of Nursing and CDPHE.
Colorado RN Consultants
RN consultants provide expertise for compliance, training, and QAPI, per CDPHE and CMS standards.
Credentialing
Staff and agency credentials are verified and maintained, ensuring compliance with CDPHE and accreditation standards.
Orientation for New Hires
Training on policies, care delivery, and compliance prepares new hires for IHSS/HCBS services.
IHSS New Hire Packet
IHSS-specific onboarding and compliance documents align with HCPF requirements.
HCBS New Hire Packet
HCBS packets cover waiver-specific policies and training, per HCPF standards.
HHA New Hire Packet
HHA packets include Class A licensing requirements and clinical training documents.
Training Home Health Aide
Covers personal care, safety, and documentation, meeting CDPHE Class A and B standards.
Training Certified Nurse Aide
CNA training includes clinical skills and infection control, per Colorado Board of Nursing.
Training Licensed Practical Nurse
LPN training focuses on skilled care and medication administration, per CDPHE.
Training for Registered Nurses
RN training includes advanced clinical skills and QAPI, per CMS standards.
Training & Retraining
Ongoing training and annual retraining cover care protocols, safety, and HIPAA.
CEUs
Staff complete Continuing Education Units to maintain licenses, tracked for audits.
Training for Alternate Administrator
8-hour training on regulations and operations, per CDPHE requirements.
Training for Home Health Administrator
Training on licensing, compliance, and management, meeting CDPHE standards.
Training for Home Health Salesperson
Sales staff training covers ethics, regulations, and client engagement.
Training for Home Health EVV
EVV training ensures proficiency in electronic visit verification, per Medicaid.
Training for CO Home Health Medicaid Billing
Covers Health First Colorado billing processes, ensuring accurate claims.
Training for Client Admission & Discharge
Ensures proper documentation and continuity of care, per CDPHE.
Liability and Professional Insurance
Comprehensive coverage for staff and operations, meeting CDPHE requirements.
Department of Revenue
Tax compliance with Colorado DOR, including filings and audits, is maintained.
Worker's Compensation
Coverage for employee injuries complies with Colorado labor laws, verified for surveys.
Accounting
Financial records are maintained for audits, ensuring compliance with Medicaid/Medicare billing.
CDPHE
Compliance with CDPHE regulations (6 CCR 1011-1, Chapter 26) ensures licensing and survey readiness.
HCPF
Adherence to HCPF standards supports Medicaid program compliance for IHSS/HCBS.
Health First Colorado
Compliance with Health First Colorado ensures access to IHSS/HCBS services.
DORA
Professional licensing compliance via DORA ensures staff credentials meet standards.
Colorado S.O.S.
Business registration with Colorado Secretary of State is maintained for compliance.
Licenses for Agency
Valid Colorado home health license, renewed annually for CDPHE surveys.
Certifications for Agency
Medicaid and Medicare certifications ensure reimbursement and compliance.
Accreditation for Agency
Pursuit of Joint Commission and ACHC accreditation ensures quality standards.
Joint Commission
Compliance with Joint Commission standards ensures operational excellence.
ACHC
ACHC accreditation reflects best practices, verified during surveys.
IHSS Policies and Procedures
Policies align with HCPF IHSS waiver requirements for compliant service delivery.
HCBS Policies and Procedures
HCBS policies comply with HCPF waivers, covering personal care and health maintenance.
HHA Class A QAPI
QAPI monitors clinical outcomes and compliance, per CMS standards.
IHSS QAPI
IHSS QAPI ensures quality in participant-directed care, per HCPF.
HCBS QAPI
HCBS QAPI tracks performance and outcomes, meeting HCPF and CMS standards.
Client Records
HIPAA-compliant records document care plans and outcomes, ready for audits.
Client Rights
Documented rights include privacy and informed consent, per CDPHE and Medicaid.
Care Plan
Individualized care plans outline services, updated for compliance.
Admission
Assessments and consents are documented for Medicaid/Medicare compliance.
Discharge Records
Discharge records detail reasons and follow-up, ensuring continuity.
Medication
Medication records track administration, with secure documentation.
Immunizations
Client and staff immunization records comply with CDPHE regulations.
PAR
Prior Authorization Requests for Medicaid are documented for approvals.
Care Plan Calculator
Tool estimates care hours and costs, compliant with Medicaid/Medicare.
Risk Assessments
Client and agency assessments ensure safety and compliance.
Emergency Preparedness Plan
Includes drills and SMS alerts, meeting CDPHE requirements.
Sentinel Events
Incidents are documented and addressed, per CDPHE guidelines.
Compliance
Audits ensure adherence to CDPHE, Medicaid, and accreditation standards.
Plan of Correction
Plans address survey deficiencies, ensuring compliance and improvement.
IHSS Surveys
Preparedness for IHSS surveys ensures HCPF compliance.
Events
Community and compliance events are documented, supporting survey readiness.
Legal
Legal compliance with healthcare regulations is maintained for surveys.
Facility
Office spaces comply with CDPHE Class A licensing for safety and accessibility.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is survey readiness?
It involves maintaining records, training staff, and ensuring compliance with CDPHE, HCPF, Medicare, and accreditation standards.
How are client rights protected?
Documented rights, including privacy, are provided per CDPHE. See our Privacy Policy.
What role do QAPI programs play?
QAPI programs monitor and improve care quality for HHA, IHSS, and HCBS, per CMS and HCPF.