In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, CMS has established a COVID-19 Focused Survey for Nursing Homes with the expectation that all nursing homes are inspected to ensure appropriate infection control practices are in place to prevent the spread and transmission of COVID-19. According to Quality Certification & Oversight Reports (QCOR) 10,414 (67.5%) nursing homes have been inspected nationwide from March 1, 2020, through June 12, 2020.In June, CMS produced a report identifying survey findings per skilled nursing facility in the nation. A review of the Nursing Home Surveys and Deficiencies file, found here under the Spotlight section, provides detailed data for surveys that occurred from March 4, 2020, through April 29, 2020. This data reveals that:
Nursing homes and skilled nursing facilities can prepare for a COVID-19 Focused Survey by:
Being prepared for the infection control survey will assist in ensuring that the survey process goes smoothly. Establishing a COVID-19 Focused Survey Readiness binder will assist you in preparing the required information prior to surveyor arrival. The binder can be organized to correspond to the COVID-19 Focused Survey Entrance Conference Sheet and may make retrieval of information user-friendly.
AssuredPartners has compiled a variety of resources related to COVID-19. Click here to visit the resource center or reach out to the AssuredPartners Senior Living team for more information. AP Senior Living clients may also access additional resources in the risk management center.
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