The Bureau of Facility Standards inspects nursing homes so safe and efficient care is provided to vulnerale people who live there. Information on this page provides useful information for both nursing home residents and their families, and nursing home providers.
Helpful information can be found on this page for:
Nursing Home Residents and their FamiliesNursing Home Providers
Nursing Home Residents and Families
Families sometimes need help in choosing the right nursing home for their loved one. Here is a guide, " Medicare — Nursing Home Compare " that provides useful information in choosing a nursing home. Other helpful information includes:
For Nursing Home ProvidersThis page contains valuable information for providers, from a tookit that is helpful, to links to state and federal agencies and partners. Please click on the link below to access information you need.
ToolkitThe toolkit contains........
CY 2006 - Annual Application for Long Term Care FacilitiesTo Obtain Verification of CNA Certification From Iowa or Montana
Quality Corner:Each year the Bureau recognizes the fine work of nursing home facilities throughout our state with the Schoonover Awards, named after ..........Schoonover Awards - 2006Schoonover Awards — 2005
The Bureau also keeps a list of the most frequent citations issued. A provider may find this useful to......Top-10 Citations Health Surveys in Long Term Care 01-01-06 to 10-12-06
Statutues and Rules:
These are the Idaho statutues and rules that govern nursing home facilities.....
Information Letters:Information letters are..... You can access a directory of information letters by clicking here. You also can access the federal Centers and Medicaid Services survey letters by clicking here.