Failure to Arrange Required Rheumatology Consultation
Penalty
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Summary
The facility failed to provide necessary outside professional services for a resident diagnosed with polymyalgia rheumatica. The resident's progress note indicated that a physiatrist recommended a rheumatology consultation, and the attending physician agreed with this recommendation. However, a review of the clinical record showed no evidence that an appointment with a rheumatologist was scheduled. This lack of follow-through was confirmed by the Unit Manager during an interview.