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.
Means of Egress in Ambulatory Healthcare
The means of egress in ambulatory healthcare occupancies is an important topic. In fact, it’s the lead article in the July EC News.
New Fluoroscopy Requirements
For organizations providing fluoroscopy services, there are revised standards. Although an article details the new fluoroscopy requirements, they are …
Naming Newborns
Naming newborns. A new standard that you must implement by January 1, 2019. NPSG.01.01.01, EP 3 standardizes the process of naming newborns for …
Sterile Compounding Standards
Do you need clarity for sterile compounding standards? The column entitled Consistent Interpretation provides valuable guidance from TJC.
Ligature Safety For Patients At Suicide Risk
Ligature safety for patients at risk for suicide. It’s a topic that continues to receive ongoing clarification. This month’s Perspectives …
Leadership Session – Prepare For Changes
Recent updates to Sentinel Event 57 and the survey process for the leadership session merit your attention. A recent Perspectives discusses important …
Deemed Status Removal
There are new steps you need to take if you lose deemed status. Perspectives announces a new APR 01.03.01, EP 2 that takes place effective July 1, …
Sterile Compounding USP 797
The other major news this month is the column entitled Consistent Interpretation. It reinforces our past warnings about TJC applying the exacting …
Life Safety Code Documentation Checklist
The life safety code documentation checklist is a great way to prepare for surveys. A useful article in EC news details how you can use it as an …