End of Public Health Emergency
Based on current COVID-19 trends, the Department of Health and Human Services is planning for the federal Public Health Emergency (PHE) for COVID-19, declared under Section 319 of the Public Health Service Act, to expire at the end of the day on May 11, 2023. Learn more at: https://www.cms.gov/files/document/what-do-i-need-know-cms-waivers-flexibilities-and-transition-forward-covid-19-public-health.pdf
Read MoreHealthcare organizations that achieve Joint Commission accreditation meet or surpass CMS’s standards for acceptance into the Medicare and Medicaid programs. To keep accreditation in good standing being permanently prepared for “surprise inspections” is integral as requirements change.
Read MoreRHC New Guidance
Daily change is part of our healthcare careers and even more so with the COVID-19 national emergency. Here are a few items you and your staff need to know during this time.
Read MoreUrgent Update: COVID-19
In the current times I rest assured saying COVID-19 is creating a lot of chaos and confusion and is at the forefront of everyone’s minds. Medical providers are trying to determine ways to help patients without compromising public health, patient’s health and putting high risk patients at further risk. CMS has recognized this and enacted relief through 1135 Waiver.
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