DADS released two provider letters.
ALF, Hospice Freestanding Inpatient Units, ICFs/IID, and NF:
DADS reminded these providers that their emergency plans must provide for the safe evacuation of all individuals residing in their facilities when the emergency situation requires an evacuation. (Letter)
Hospice Agencies with a Freestanding Inpatient Unit:
DADS reminded these providers that all HCSSAs must comply with TAC, Title 40, Part 1, Chapter 97, §97.256 and have a written emergency preparedness and response plan. (Letter)
DADS News Alerts:
— HCS waiver (PDF), effective September 1, 2013 through August 31, 2018.
— Log (PDF) of CMS responses made to state survey agency questions regarding the federal government shutdown.
See the news page for more information about these and other alerts.
