In many instances, it is important to plan for a worst case scenario. For elderly, or at risk individuals, an emergency plan should strongly be considered so that needed services can be obtained. Oftentimes, it occurs that an elderly or disabled individual who lives alone may need an emergency admission to a Medicaid certified NF if the support system breaks down to the point that it is a crisis. What happens in this scenario?
If proper planning is implemented, it may make a situation like the one described above, a little easier to resolve. For one thing, it is important to keep up to date with your physician regarding your current living arrangements and support system. If you do not have a regular physician, a list of geriatric physicians is available at Geriatric Physicians.
It is also important to have your physician update your medical information on a regular basis. To be admitted to a Medicaid certified NF, current diagnoses and medications are needed for the NF to treat you properly upon admission. Also, the Preadmission Review department needs the medical information to issue the approval for the placement at the NF. A form such as a 3697 can be updated on a regular basis. This form is available at 3697. A PASRR screen is also needed for the admission. A professional who is assisting you with the admission process can assist you with this form. The PASRR screen is available at PASRR screen. If Medicaid is needed for the NF admission, an application is available at Medicaid Application.
A visit to nursing facilities in your area is a good idea. You can see which facilities are appropriate for your needs. A checklist to help with a NF visit is available at NF Checklist.
