Tamper Resistant Electrical Outlets
As we write this blog post, there are no FAQ’s posted as new. But, as we have mentioned before, the “NEW” marker attached to a FAQ disappears even …
Survey Readiness
Emergency Medical Treatment & Restraints
CMS published new EMTALA guidelines in memo QSO 19-14, issued on June 4, 2019. It details complaint investigation timelines for potential EMTALA …
Ligature Risk Frequently Asked Questions
TJC continued to build upon its list of ligature risk frequently asked questions (FAQs). This relates to the revised NPSG.15.01.01 that becomes …
Pre-Spiking IV Bags
Pre-spiking IV bags is a new, featured FAQ that needs your attention.
Ligature Risk Extension Requests
CMS issued a new QSO memo this past month. QSO 19-12, published April 19, 2019, addresses ligature hazards. In fact, they use the term “ligature risk …
Joint Commission Scoring Patterns
This month’s edition of Perspectives summarizes Joint Commission scoring patterns. It includes the accreditation and certification programs for the …
Day One Document Advice
Our TJC discussion this month centers around two topics. One, The Joint Commission released two new TJC FAQs covering suicide prevention and exit …
Infection Prevention Frequently Scored Standards
Is infection prevention a frequently scored standard? In fact, it ranks among the top few in our database. But, there are steps you can take to ensure …
Joint Commission 9 New Performance Elements
Recently, the Joint Commission announced the anticipated publication dates for their 2019 manuals and shipments to subscribers of the print editions. …
CMS Complaint Survey Process
The CMS complaint survey process changed. And, they introduced a new validation survey pilot. Here’s how it will impact your organization.