Nursing Home Reform Act (NHRA) 1987: Federal legislation that sets quality standards for nursing homes, establishes residents' rights, and defines assessment requirements for aged care facilities
HIPAA: Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act governing privacy and security of medical information, including confidentiality requirements in healthcare settings
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Federal law mandating accessibility requirements and non-discrimination provisions that must be considered in aged care risk assessments
Medicare and Medicaid Requirements: CMS guidelines for compliance, including quality assessment and performance improvement requirements for facilities receiving Medicare/Medicaid funding
Elder Justice Act: Federal legislation focused on prevention of elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation, including mandatory reporting requirements
State-specific Nursing Home Regulations: Varying state-level regulations governing nursing home operations and risk assessment requirements
State Elder Abuse Reporting Laws: State-specific requirements for reporting and handling cases of elder abuse, neglect, or exploitation
State Healthcare Facility Licensing: State-level requirements for healthcare facility licensing and compliance with local regulations
State Assessment Documentation: State-specific requirements for assessment documentation and record-keeping in aged care facilities
Joint Commission Standards: Professional standards set by the Joint Commission for healthcare organization accreditation and risk assessment
National Patient Safety Goals: Guidelines established to improve patient safety in healthcare settings, including specific requirements for aged care
QAPI Requirements: Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement requirements for maintaining and improving care quality in aged care facilities
