In today’s news, CMS has announced actions to immediately address the spread of Coronavirus in long-term care facilities.

Beginning immediately and, until further notice, State Survey Agencies and Accrediting Organizations will be refocused on issues relating to infection control as well as serious health and safety threats.

Please follow the links below for more information.

CMS.gov : https://www.cms.gov/newsroom/press-releases/cms-announces-actions-address-spread-coronavirus

Skilled Nursing News: https://skillednursingnews.com/2020/03/cms-to-immediately-refocus-nursing-home-inspections-on-infection-control-in-wake-of-coronavirus/

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