EasyPOC Blog

Guides and resources for CMS compliance and skilled nursing facility management.

May 23, 2026·8 min read

Top 10 Most Cited K-Tags in Nursing Home Life Safety Code Surveys

The ten K-Tags that show up most often in SNF Life Safety Code surveys — what each cites, why it gets cited, and what prevents it from showing up on your next survey.

May 21, 2026·12 min read

The Complete Guide to K-Tag Plans of Correction: NFPA 101 Life Safety Code Compliance for SNFs

Everything an SNF Administrator, Director of Maintenance, or Compliance Officer needs to know about K-Tag Plans of Correction — regulatory framework, the 8 most-cited K-Tags, the 5-section POC structure, and common mistakes that get K-Tag POCs rejected.

April 28, 2026·7 min read

ClearPOL Alternative: A Self-Serve POC Generator for Skilled Nursing Facilities

Compare ClearPOL and EasyPOC across pricing, signup process, and feature scope. Find out which AI Plan of Correction tool is the right fit for your facility.

April 28, 2026·7 min read

Assisto Alternative: A Subscription POC Generator for Under $50/Month

Compare Assisto's pay-per-POC model with EasyPOC's $49/month unlimited subscription. See when each tool is the right fit for your facility's POC volume.

April 9, 2026·14 min read

Understanding Appendix PP: The Complete F-Tag Guide for SNF Administrators

Appendix PP is the surveyor's playbook for nursing home inspections. This guide breaks down F-Tags by category, explains what surveyors look for, and how to stay compliant.

April 9, 2026·12 min read

The Complete Guide to AI-Generated Plans of Correction for Skilled Nursing Facilities

How AI-powered tools are transforming Plan of Correction writing for skilled nursing facilities. Learn the benefits, what to look for, and how to get started for free.

April 9, 2026·10 min read

How to Use CMS Form 2567 Software to Automate Your Plan of Correction

Stop writing Plans of Correction from scratch. Learn how CMS Form 2567 software automates the POC process — from PDF upload to submission-ready documents.

April 9, 2026·9 min read

Why Every SNF Needs an AI-Powered Policy & Procedure Generator

Skilled nursing facilities must maintain dozens of policies aligned to CMS regulations. Learn how AI policy generators create survey-ready P&Ps in minutes, not days.

March 28, 2026·11 min read

What Happens During a CMS Survey? A Behind-the-Scenes Guide for SNF Staff

A detailed walkthrough of the CMS annual recertification survey process, from entrance conference to exit and Form 2567.

March 28, 2026·9 min read

Infection Control in Skilled Nursing: How to Avoid F 880 Citations

F 880 infection control citations surged after COVID-19. Learn what surveyors look for, common deficient practices, and how to build a compliant program.

March 28, 2026·10 min read

Understanding F-Tag F 689: Accidents and Supervision in Skilled Nursing Facilities

F 689 is one of the most frequently cited F-Tags. Learn what it covers, common citation scenarios, and how to write an effective Plan of Correction.

March 14, 2026·8 min read

What Is a Plan of Correction? A Complete Guide for Skilled Nursing Facilities

Learn what a Plan of Correction (POC) is, when it's required, and how to write one that satisfies CMS requirements after a Form 2567 survey.

March 10, 2026·10 min read

How to Respond to a CMS Form 2567: Step-by-Step for Nursing Home Administrators

A practical walkthrough of the Form 2567 response process — from receiving the Statement of Deficiencies to submitting an accepted Plan of Correction.

March 6, 2026·7 min read

10 CMS Compliance Tips Every Skilled Nursing Facility Should Follow

Proactive strategies to reduce deficiency citations, improve survey readiness, and maintain compliance between CMS survey cycles.