Preparation and F-tag Knowledge Will Keep Providers Clear of Huge, New Infection Control Penalties, Experts Say

Angie SzumlinskiAnnouncements, News

Adhering to infection control requirements has been increasingly critical during the COVID-19 pandemic. If your facility has not yet received an infection control survey, you can expect a visit before July 31, 2020. According to The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, “providers struggling to comply with infection control requirements could be hit with fines of up to $20,000 under increased enforcement efforts”. Check out this McKnight’s Long Term Care News article for some tips and suggestions on how to set your facility up for success for your upcoming survey: