*FREE QUIZ* HOW WELL DO YOU KNOW THE NEW COVID-19 F-TAGS F-884 & F-885
Earlier this month (May 2020), CMS released two new deficiency F-Tags for COVID-19 (F-884 & F-885). These F-Tags relate to the timely reporting of COVID-19 infections to the CDC, and the proper notification of new infections to the residents, representatives, and family members.
It is important to understand these F-Tags to properly implement the appropriate protocols in order to avoid these deficiencies, as they can result to a level ‘F’ deficiency and civil monetary penalties (up to $4,500 per day!).
Below is a quiz to test your knowledge and improve your understanding of the new F-Tags.
Plus, additional resources to help you stay in compliance.
(*note: Click HERE for a larger/mobile friendly Quiz)
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
NEW F-TAGS FOR COVID-19 CHECKLIST: Use this checklist to audit your protocols and help you stay in compliance with the new regulations. (Available HERE for members of the Deficiency Free Survey Membership Program)
CDC COVID-19 Reporting Instructions: Report correctly to avoid potential deficiencies and civil monetary citation. This CDC provided guideline give clear instructions on how to report correctly. (Available HERE for members of the Deficiency Free Survey Membership Program)
NEW COVID-19 DEFICIENCY MONETARY PENALTY TIMELINE: Don’t miss the reporting deadline. This resource gives you the timeline that CMS will use to issue monetary penalty if not compliant with new reporting deadlines, as well as the fines associated with non compliance. (Available FREE HERE )
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