| 6400.165(g) | Individual #1 has been prescribed medication to treat symptoms of a psychiatric illness, and the reviews of medications completed on 10/09/20, 12/3/20, 2/4/21, and 3/4/21 do not have a diagnosis or reason for prescribing Invega 3mg. | If a medication is prescribed to treat symptoms of a psychiatric illness, there shall be a review by a licensed physician at least every 3 months that includes to document the reason for prescribing the medication, the need to continue the medication and the necessary dosage. | Plan of Correction for: PA § Code 6400.165(g) Prescription Medications
How it was corrected: On March 29, 2021, Quality Adult Care Services Program Specialist Supervisors and Quality Compliance Specialist revised the medication review form to add a disclaimer regarding the requirement of the diagnosis and reason for prescribing the medication to be identified per 6400.165(g). (see attached form)
When it was corrected: March 29, 2021
Who made the correction: Quality Adult Care Services Quality Compliance Specialist and Program Specialist Supervisors.
What specific change will be made: The medication review form was revised to add in highlight the disclaimer per 55 PA § Code 6100.465.11 indicating the diagnosis and reason field must be completed for all prescribed medication. A footer will be added to the form with the corresponding of the appointment. The diagnosis and reason field and the medication continuance section were also highlighted to bring awareness to the section. (see attached)
Who will make the change: Quality Adult Care Services Program Specialist Supervisors
When will the change be made: Change will be completed March 29, 2021.
How will the change be made: Quality Adult Care Services management team was retrained on the PA Code 6400 and 6100 Regulations to review the requirements. Program Specialist Supervisors will revise the each individual¿s receiving psychiatric medication forms to add in highlight the disclaimer per 55 PA § Code 6100.465.11 indicating the diagnosis and reason field must be completed for all prescribed medication. A footer will be added to the form with the corresponding date of the appointment. The diagnosis and reason field and the need for medication continuance section were also highlighted. (see attached). |
03/29/2021
| Implemented |