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What is the difference between a screening (Part 1) and a risk assessment (Part 2) for the purposes of calculating the Screening, Risk Assessment, and Plan of Care to Prevent Future Falls measure?

A falls screening is an evaluation of whether a Managed Long Term Services and Supports plan member has experienced a history of falls and/or problems with balance or gait. A falls risk assessment includes a balance/gait assessment and one other assessment component and should only be performed for members with a documented history of falls (at least two falls or one fall with injury in the past year).

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Topic
Managed Long Term Services and Supports (MLTSS)
Screening, Risk Assessment, and Plan of Care to Prevent Future Falls
Sub Topic
Screening, Risk Assessment, and Plan of Care to Prevent Future Falls: Falls Part 1 (Screening)
FAQ ID
89016
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What is the difference between a screening (Part 1) and a risk assessment (Part 2) for the purposes of calculating the Screening, Risk Assessment, and Plan of Care to Prevent Future Falls measure?