You Asked: For an informal review, do most providers prefer selecting an Ohio Department of Health employee or someone from the ODH-approved list?
We Answered: According to the Ohio Department of Health, most providers opt for a reviewer who is not an ODH employee. The Ohio Administrative Code 3701-63-02 provides additional guidance on the information review process. CMS guidance can be found in the State Operations Manual Chapter 7: Survey and Enforcement Process for Skilled Nursing Facilities and Nursing Facilities.