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Why Multiple Agencies are Scrutinizing the Use of Psychotropic Medications in Nursing Homes
August 22, 2023 | Posted by :
CJ Wolf
In November 2022, the U.S. Health and Human Services (HHS) Office of Inspector General (OIG) issued a report titled, “Long-Term Trends of Psychotropic Drug Use in Nursing Homes.”1 This report highlights areas of weakness related to nursing home patients who may be inappropriately given psychotropic...