01 Therapy Prior Level Of Function

Purpose: 

To guide therapists on what to document in the Prior Level of Function (PLOF) section in HCHB. This is to ensure that PLOF documentation supports and relates to goal development for a restorative or maintenance patient.


Question Intent: 

In the text box, therapists will document functional tasks to capture the specific PLOF that should be addressed with corresponding goals in the plan of care, which are specific to their discipline.  These tasks should also relate to focus items for Value Based Purchasing measures.


Response – Specific Instructions

PLOF must be specific and documented for each goal that the discipline is addressing to establish medical necessity. Include time frame if applicable to help establish medical necessity as well.


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RESOURCES: LCDs-Home Health Physical/Occupational/Speech Therapy