Preadmission Screening and Resident Review (PASRR)

What is Preadmission Screening and Resident Review (PASRR)?

PASRR is a federal program that checks if someone applying to or living in a Medicaid nursing facility has serious mental illness, intellectual disability, or a condition that could require institutionalization. It ensures they are placed in the least restrictive setting possible and receive needed specialized services, rather than being inappropriately placed in a nursing home.

What is Acentra Health’s PASRR solution, and who is it for?

Acentra Health’s PASRR solution provides federally required screenings and reviews to ensure people with serious mental illness, intellectual disabilities, or condition that could require institutionalization get the right care before or during admission to a Medicaid-certified nursing facility. Built for state Medicaid agencies, it includes Level I screenings (initial checks), Level II evaluations (in-depth reviews if needed), determinations, notifications, a full PASRR IT system, and reporting to protect individuals and meet federal rules.

How does Acentra Health’s PASRR solution ensure timely and accurate PASRR decisions?

Acentra Health’s PASRR solution delivers reliable, clinically valid recommendations through person-centered assessments, Level I and II processes, and quick determinations. With 35 years of experience, over 35,000 face-to-face evaluations yearly, and services in many states, our solution uses best practices to protect member interests, support compliance, and provide extensive daily/monthly reporting.

Does Acentra Health’s PASRR solution help with federal compliance and quality care?

Yes. Acentra Health’s PASRR solution aligns with federal statutes and state obligations (including ADA protections) to maximize quality care in the least restrictive environment. Services include behavioral health assessments, level of care checks, and quality assurance to reduce risks, benchmark best practices across states, and ensure cost-effective outcomes for beneficiaries.

What key benefits will my state see from using Acentra Health's PASRR solution?

You get reliable, timely decisions that protect individuals, ensure compliance, and improve care quality. Benefits include broad expertise from 35 years and work in 40+ states, high accuracy, strong member protections, efficient IT tools and reporting, and overall program efficiency with minimal disruption as an extension of your team.