CMS issues QSO implementing Enhanced Barrier Precautions

• By: Maureen Carland
• On: 03/21/2024 10:27:00
• In: Quality/Regulatory

 
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services released memorandum QSO-24-08-NH concerning the incorporation of enhanced barrier precautions (EBPs) in nursing homes to combat the transmission of multi-drug resistant organisms. Despite the introduction of EBPs by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in 2019, they had not been integrated into guidance for State Survey Agencies (SSAs). This memorandum now provides formal directives under F880 Infection Prevention and Control to both SSAs and long-term care facilities regarding the adoption of EBPs, in accordance with established national standards effective April 1st.
 
For further information about EBP, including links to CDC education, click here to access AHCA NCAL Resources.
 
Staff contact: mcarland@mehca.org