COMMUNICATION & RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN RISK MANAGEMENT AND THE MEDICAL STAFF OFFICE
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COMMUNICATION & RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN RISK MANAGEMENT AND THE MEDICAL STAFF OFFICE Caroline J. Swinton, RN, MSN Director, Patient Relations & Risk Management COMMUNITY HOSPITAL OF SAN BERNARDINO CAMSS 43 rd ANNUAL EDUCATION FORUM May 7, 2014
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CAMSS 43 rd ANNUAL EDUCATION FORUM May 7, 2014. COMMUNICATION & RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN RISK MANAGEMENT AND THE MEDICAL STAFF OFFICE. Caroline J. Swinton, RN, MSN Director, Patient Relations & Risk Management COMMUNITY HOSPITAL OF SAN BERNARDINO. OBJECTIVES. - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
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COMMUNICATION&
RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN RISK MANAGEMENT AND
THE MEDICAL STAFF OFFICE
Caroline J. Swinton, RN, MSNDirector, Patient Relations & Risk ManagementCOMMUNITY HOSPITAL OF SAN BERNARDINO
CAMSS43rd ANNUALEDUCATION
FORUMMay 7, 2014
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Explain the Crosswalk between CMS-TJC (Center for Medicare/Medicaid Services – The Joint Commission) for complaints and grievances.
Provide specific strategies to assist with resolution of issues, complaints and grievances involving the Medical Staff.
Describe approaches to reduce vulnerabilities of receiving an indirect/direct impact or deficiencies.
Explain the importance of collaboration and working relationships between the Medical Staff and Risk Management.
OBJECTIVES
PATIENT RIGHTSGRIEVANCE AND COMPLAINT MANAGEMENT
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WELCOME TO THE CROSSWALK…
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CROSSWALK – TJC CMS
Why is it important to focus on the Crosswalk?
Guidance in developing processes to provide the highest level of care, treatment and services.
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“In the confrontation between the stream and
the rock, the stream always wins — not through
strength but by perseverance.” Jackson Brown
GRIEVANCE/COMPLAINT
A patient grievance is a formal or informal written or verbal complaint (when the verbal complaint about patient care is not resolved at the time of the complaint by staff present) by a patient, or the patient’s representative, regarding the patient’s care, abuse or neglect, issues related to the hospital’s compliance with the CMS Hospital Conditions of Participation (CoP), or a Medicare beneficiary billing complaint related to rights and limitations.
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CFR NUMBER CFR NUMBER §428.13(a)(2)§428.13(a)(2)
TAG: A-0118TAG: A-0118
2)The hospital must establish a process for prompt resolution of patient grievances and must inform each patient whom to contact to file a grievance.
LD.01.03.01LD.01.03.01
The governing body is ultimately accountable for the safety and quality of care, treatment, and services.
EP 1 - The governing body defines in writing is responsibilities.
LD.04.01.07LD.04.01.07
The hospital has policies and procedures that guide and support patient care, treatment and services.
EP 1 – Leaders review and approve policies and procedures that guide and support patient care, treatment, and services (See also NR.02.03.01, EP 1; RI.01.07.01, EP 1)
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NOTIFICATION TO PATIENT/FAMILY UPON ADMISSION
If you want to file a grievance with this hospital, you may do so by writing or by calling the Patient Relations department at (909) 806-1256. The Grievance Committee will review each grievance with a written response. The written response will contain the name of a person to contact at the hospital, the steps taken to investigate the grievance, the results of the grievance process, and the date of completion of the grievance process. Concerns regarding quality of care or premature discharge will also be referred to the appropriate Utilization and Quality Improvement Organization.
File a complaint with the State of California Department of Public Health
regardless of whether you use the hospital’s grievance process. The California Department of Public Health’s phone number and address is:
State of California
Department of Public Health (Licensing and Certification Program)464 W. 4th Street, Suite 529San Bernardino, CA 92401
(909) 383-4777. The patient has the right to contact The Joint Commission if patient safety has been
compromised or not met accepted quality of care standards. The Joint Commission’s phone number and address is:
The Joint Commission
One Renaissance Blvd., Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181
(800) 994-6610
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TAG: A-0118TAG: A-0118
2)The hospital must establish a process for prompt resolution of patient grievances and must inform each patient whom to contact to file a grievance.
RI.01.07.01RI.01.07.01
The patient and his or her family have the right to have complaints reviewed by the hospital.
EP 1 - The hospital establishes a complaint resolution process. (See also LD.04.01.01.07, EP1; MS.09.01.01, EP1) Note: The governing body is responsible for the effective operation of the complaint resolution process unless it delegates this responsibility in writing to a complaint resolution committee.
EP 2 – The hospital informs the patient and his or her family about the complaint resolution process. (See also MS.09.01.01, EP 1)
EP 4 – The hospital reviews and, when possible, resolves complaints from the patient and his or her family.
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EXAMPLE OF PATIENT/FAMILY NOTIFICATION
COMPLAINT/GRIEVANCE ASSISTANCE
Should you encounter any concerns or dissatisfaction with the care or services received at Community Hospital of San Bernardino; these concerns may be communicated to:
Patient Relations Director (909) 887-6333 Ext. 1256
My signature below indicates that I have been provided information of my Rights & Responsibilities as a patient at Community Hospital of San Bernardino and received a copy of the information above.Signature:________________________________________ Date:_______________________Relationship:__________________________________________________
Please indicate relationship if signed by person other than the patient.
SAMPLE OF GRIEVANCE FORM
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TAG: A-0118TAG: A-0118
1)The hospital must establish a process for prompt resolution of patient grievances and must inform each patient whom to contact to file a grievance.
RI.01.07.01RI.01.07.01 – cont…
EP 6 - The hospital acknowledges receipt of a complaint that the hospital cannot resolve immediately and notifies the patient of follow-up to the complaint. (See also MS.09.01.01, EP1)
EP 7 – The hospital provides the patient with the phone number and address needed to file a complaint with the relevant state authority. (See also MS.09.01.01, EP 1)
EP 19 – For hospitals that use Joint Commission accreditation for deemed status purposes: The hospital determines time frames for complaint review and response.
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CFR NUMBER CFR NUMBER §428.13(a)(2) – §428.13(a)(2) – cont…cont…
TAG: A-0119TAG: A-0119
2)[The hospital must establish a process for prompt resolution of patient grievances and must inform each patient whom to contact to file a grievance.] The hospital’s governing body must approve and be responsible for the effective operation of the grievance process, and must review and resolve grievances, unless it delegates the responsibility in writing to a grievance committee.
LD.01.03.01LD.01.03.01 - The governing body is ultimately accountable for the safety and quality of care, treatment, and services.
EP 1 - The governing body defines in writing its responsibilities.
LD.04.01.07LD.04.01.07 – The hospital has policies and procedures that guide and support patient care, treatment, and services.
EP 1 – Leaders review and approve policies and procedures that guide and support patient care, treatment, and services. (See also NR.02.03.01, EP1; RI.01.07.01, EP1)
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RESPONSIBILITY/PROCEDURE(example of statements)
The Board of Directors is responsible for the effective operation of the Grievance process.
Coordination and management of all significant unresolved grievances is delegated to the Grievance Committee.
Upon admission all patients are notified of the process to invoke the patient grievance system. The patient’s signature is requested on the notification form, and a copy of the form is retained in the patient's medical record. Information on the form includes the name, address and phone number of the Department of Public Health Services.
Patients who are unable to receive information regarding the patient grievance system upon admission or whose responsible party receives that information on their behalf will be referred to the Patient Relations Department for follow up. The Patient Relations Department will ensure that information is provided to the patient should the patient be able to receive and acknowledge that information later in his/her hospitalization.
Any written or verbal complaints relating to the professional competency/conduct of a member of the medical staff or allied health professional will be forwarded to the Medical Staff Administration for review by the appropriate medical staff leader.
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CFR NUMBER CFR NUMBER §428.13(a)(2) – §428.13(a)(2) – cont…cont…
TAG: A-0119TAG: A-0119
2)[The hospital must establish a process for prompt resolution of patient grievances and must inform each patient whom to contact to file a grievance.] The hospital’s governing body must approve and be responsible for the effective operation of the grievance process, and must review and resolve grievances, unless it delegates the responsibility in writing to a grievance committee.
RI.01.07.01RI.01.07.01 – the patient and his or her family have the right to have complaints reviewed by the hospital.
EP 1 - The hospital establishes a complaint resolution process. (See also LD.04.01.07, EP 1; MS.09.01.01, EP1) Note: The governing body is responsible for the effective operation of the complaint resolution process unless it delegates this responsibility in writing to a complaint resolution committee.
EP 6 – The hospital acknowledges receipt of a complaint that the hospital cannot resolve immediately and notifies the patient of follow-up to the complaint. (See also MS.09.01.01, EP 1)
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CFR NUMBER CFR NUMBER §428.13(a)(2) – cont…§428.13(a)(2) – cont…
TAG: A-0120TAG: A-0120
2)[The hospital must establish a process for prompt resolution of patient grievances and must inform each patient whom to contact to file a grievance. The hospital’s governing body must approve and be responsible for the effective operation of the grievance process, and must review and resolve grievances, unless it delegates the responsibility in writing to a grievance committee.] The grievance process must include a mechanism for timely referral of patient concerns regarding quality of care or premature discharge to the appropriate Utilization and Quality Control Quality Improvement Organization. At a minimum:
RI.01.07.01RI.01.07.01 – the patient and his or her family have the right to have complaints reviewed by the hospital.
EP 6 - The hospital acknowledges receipt of a complaint that the hospital cannot resolve immediately and notifies the patient of follow-up to the complaint. (See also MS.09.01.01, EP 1)
EP 20 – For hospitals that use Joint Commission accreditation of deemed status purposes: The process for resolving complaints includes a mechanism for timely referral of patient concerns regarding quality of care or premature discharge to the quality improvement organization (QIO).
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CFR NUMBER CFR NUMBER §428.13(a)(2)(i)§428.13(a)(2)(i)
TAG: A-0121TAG: A-0121
2)[At a minimum:] (i) The hospital must establish a clearly explained procedure for the submission of a patient’s written or verbal grievance to the hospital.
RI.01.01.03RI.01.01.03 – The hospital respects the patient’s right to receive information in a manner he or she understands.
EP 1 - The hospital provides information in a manner tailored to the patient’s age, language, and ability to understand (See also PC.02.01.21, EP 2; PC.04.01.05, EP 8; RI.01.01.01, EPS 2 and 5)
RI.01.07.01RI.01.07.01– The patient and his or her family have the right to have complaints reviewed by the hospital.
EP 1 – The hospital establishes a complaint resolution process. (See also LD.04.01.07, EP1; MS.09.01.01, EP 1) Note: The governing body is responsible for the effective operation of the complaint resolution process unless it delegates this responsibility in writing to a complaint resolution committee.
EP 2 – The hospital informs the patient and his or her family about the complaint resolution process. (See also MS. 09.01.01, EP 1)
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CFR NUMBER CFR NUMBER §428.13(a)(2)(ii)§428.13(a)(2)(ii)
TAG: A-0122TAG: A-0122
[At a minimum:]
(ii) The grievance process must specify time frames for review of the grievance and the provision of a response.
RI.01.07.01RI.01.07.01 – The patient and his or her family have the right to have complaints reviewed by the hospital.
EP 19 - For hospitals that use Joint Commission accreditation for deemed status purposes: The hospital determines time frames for complaint review and response.
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COMPLAINTS/GRIEVANCE
The Grievance Committee will review any grievance received within 72 hours of receipt of the grievance.
An email is generated to the Grievance Committee with specifics of the grievance.
All complaints will be reviewed within 24-48 hours by Directors and Managers.
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GRIEVANCE/COMPLAINT RESPONSE
Event#: Grievance/Complaint Filed by: (Patient Member)
Grievance/Complaint Date:
MR#: Event Date: Event Synopsis:
Response/Action Taken:
Date: Director Name:
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CFR NUMBER CFR NUMBER §428.13(a)(2)(iii)§428.13(a)(2)(iii)
TAG: A-0123TAG: A-0123
[At a minimum:]
(iii) In its resolution of the grievance, the hospital must provide the patient with written notice of its decision that contains the name of the hospital contact person, the steps taken on behalf of the patient to investigate the grievance, the results of the grievance process, and the date of completion.
LD.01.03.01LD.01.03.01 – The governing body is ultimately accountable for the safety and quality of care, treatment, and services.
EP 1 - The governing body defines in writing its responsibilities.
LD.01.04.07LD.01.04.07 – The hospital has policies and procedures that guide and support patient care, treatment, and services.
EP 1 - Leaders review and approve policies and procedures that guide and support patient care, treatment, and services. (See also NR.02.03.01, EP1; RI.01.01.01, EP1)
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SAMPLES OF GRIEVANCE LETTERS
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Date XXXXXX Name XXXXXXXXX Address XXXXXXXX City, CA 9xxxxx Dear XXXXXXX: I am in receipt of your written comments expressing your concerns while receiving medical care at Community Hospital of San Bernardino. Your comments are important to us and, therefore, they are being forwarded to our Grievance Committee to research and respond to your concerns. Within seven (7) days of the Grievance Committee reviewing your concerns, you will be notified in writing of the steps taken to review the concerns, the results of the review process, and the date the review was completed. We value our customers and appreciate you bringing this matter to our attention. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me at (xxx) xxx-xxxx. Sincerely, Caroline J. Swinton, RN, MSN Director, Patient Relations/Risk Management
May 15, 2012 <Name> <Address> <city>, CA <Zip> Dear <Name>: This letter is in follow up to the concerns you addressed regarding the dissatisfaction of the appropriateness of treatment your son (Name) received while a patient at Community Hospital of San Bernardino on April 24, 2012. I want to thank you for taking the time to bring your concerns to our attention. The Grievance Committee and the Department Director of the area where your concern occurred have conducted a review on <date of committee> of your concerns regarding your complaint. As a result of this review the following were the findings and performance opportunities:
The standard of care was met based on your son’s presentation to the Emergency Department.
We apologize we were unable to meet your expectations regarding the treatment of your son (Name). We hope you will give us another chance to earn your trust should your son need further health care. If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to call me at (909) 806-1256 Sincerely, Caroline J. Swinton, RN, MSN Director, Patient Relations/Risk Management
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CFR NUMBER CFR NUMBER §428.13(a)(2)(iii)§428.13(a)(2)(iii)
TAG: A-0123TAG: A-0123
[At a minimum:]
(iii) In its resolution of the grievance, the hospital must provide the patient with written notice of its decision that contains the name of the hospital contact person, the steps taken on behalf of the patient to investigate the grievance, the results of the grievance process, and the date of completion.
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CASE STUDY
“My Doctor was not nice or communicated with me, did not want to prescribe me any meds even though I was in pain and not eating. I am being discharged without still not being able to eat and no meds for nausea or pain when discharged. Did not even ask me how I was feeling. He seen I was sweating, shaking in pain and still discharged me. I always gave good credit, but this doctor was horrible.”
Next step(s)?
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CASE STUDY
“I have been in the Emergency Room since 2:17 pm, it is now 8:20 pm. I have not spoken with a doctor. I came in for pain and vomiting and yet nothing has been done about it. I have been asking for something to relieve my pain and yet no one seems to care. I myself think that it is wrong. Everyone who walk in after me has been seen. I don’t think that’s right at all. I keep getting excuses why I have not been seen.”
Next step(s)?
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CASE STUDY
“My Doctor is rude and never makes eye contact which me when he is communicating with me. He always seems to rush when giving me information. Whenever I asks a question he tells me that I am the Doctor not you, just listen to me. I want a new Doctor because I can’t take it anymore.”
Next Step(s)?
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CASE STUDY
“I am very concerned about my Doctor. He got very upset with one of the Nurses. I heard him screaming and telling the Nurse that she didn’t know what she was doing. When my Doctor came to visit me, all he talked about was how stupid the Nurses are at this hospital. I want to be transferred to another hospital.”
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IMPORTANCE OF COMMUNICATION & RELATIONSHIP
Effective communication – Critical Building a relationship Meetings regularly Agenda items:Review monthly activity reports, compliance,
TJC & CMS requirements, patient experience feedback from rounding, surveys, grievances and planning education programs.
Utilizing this approach will reduce the vulnerabilities for regulatory/accreditation deficiencies.
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AFTER THE SURVEY HAS BEEN COMPLETED
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