This bill, S.F. No. 2537, proposes amendments to Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 144G.70, subdivision 2, related to assisted living facilities and services. The key changes include:

1. Exemption from Initial Assessment: Residents who do not receive any assisted living services will no longer be required to undergo an initial nursing assessment.

2. Nursing Assessments for New Residents:

   • Facilities must complete a nursing assessment of a prospective resident’s physical and cognitive needs before they sign a contract or move in, whichever happens first.
     
   • If distance or urgent circumstances prevent an in-person assessment, it may be conducted through telecommunication methods, as long as it meets person-centered care standards.
     

3. Reassessment & Monitoring Requirements:

   • Within 14 days after services begin.
     
   • Ongoing assessments must be conducted as needed, but the interval cannot exceed 90 days from the last assessment.
     
   • Reassessments must occur at least annually and not exceed 180 days in some cases.
     

4. Focused Health Assessments:

   • Must be performed by a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse to address specific health concerns.
     
   • These assessments must be conducted at least every 90 days, unless replaced by an annual assessment by a registered nurse.
     

5. Review for Residents with Limited Services:

   • For residents receiving only basic assisted living services, an initial review of their needs and preferences must be done within 30 days of starting the service.
     
   • Reviews must continue as needed based on changes in resident conditions but at least every 90 days.
     

6. Information on Long-Term Care Services:

   • Assisted living facilities must inform prospective residents about the availability of long-term care consultation services before they sign a contract or move in.
     

These changes aim to improve resident care, monitoring, and person-centered planning while providing flexibility in completing assessments.