New CMS Resource Available: Confusion Assessment Method (CAM©) Video Tutorial
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is offering a video tutorial to assist providers with guidance application and assessment strategies for C1310. Signs and Symptoms of Delirium taken…
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CISA, HHS Release Collaborative Cybersecurity Healthcare Toolkit
On October 25, 2023, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) co-hosted a roundtable discussion on the cybersecurity challenges that the…
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New Resources Available: Cue Cards for Administering the BIMS in Writing
CMS is offering a set of cue cards to assist providers in conducting the Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) in Writing, the Resident Mood Interview (PHQ-2 to 9), the…
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CMS Announces Resources and Flexibilities to Assist with the Public Health Emergency in Florida
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services announced additional resources and flexibilities available in response to Hurricane Idalia in the State of Florida. CMS is working closely with the State…
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OIG Releases Adverse Events Toolkits for Hospitals and Other Inpatient Settings
The Adverse Events (AE) toolkits are technical resources to assist the healthcare community, government agencies, and researchers in identifying and measuring adverse events in hospitals or other inpatient settings. They…
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HHS Fact Sheet: Telehealth Flexibilities and Resources and the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency
As the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS or the Department) continues the process of transitioning away from the policies enabled by the COVID-19 emergency declarations, the Department would…
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HIPAA Covered Entity Decision Tool
Did you know that HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act)-covered entities must also comply with standards for electronic transactions — not just privacy and security provisions? The Centers for Medicare…
Read More »Fact Sheet: Biden Administration Launches COVID.gov, a New One-Stop Shop Website
The Biden Administration has launched COVID.gov, a new one-stop shop website to help all people in the United States gain even better access to lifesaving tools like vaccines, tests, treatments,…
Read More »Customizable Resource Helps Frontline Teams Implement Decolonization Protocol
AHRQ’s new Toolkit for Decolonization of Non-ICU Patients with Devices can help clinical teams implement a protocol to reduce bloodstream infections in patients with specific medical devices. The free, customizable…
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Mental Health and Resiliency Tools for Healthcare Workers: COVID-19
This page from the Minnesota Department of Health is full of tools and resources for healthcare workers to help them deal with mental, emotional, and psychological challenges due to the…
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