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Avoiding Infection Control Errors in Home Care
In facility-based healthcare organizations, infection control is proactively managed throughout the environment. Providers of home care services address infection prevention…
Be Prepared for Medicare NPE Validation Visits – Part 4: Physical Location Requirements
Physical location requirements are the next discussion point in our guide to preparing for NPE site visits. DMEPOS Supplier Standards contain…
Ensuring Proper Storage and Temperatures for the Blood Bank
Your laboratory blood bank must have a defined system for storing blood and blood products, and adequate refrigerated space for…
Competency Assessments for Home Care Personnel
Home care agencies provide services that range from companion/homemaker support to skilled care and specialized therapies. The agency’s clients or patients…
Don’t Risk Losing Your DMEPOS PTAN
Medicare PTANs for DMEPOS providers / suppliers are increasingly being deactivated. Why?
Be Prepared for Medicare NPE Validation Visits – Part 3: Complaint Procedures
To continue discussing preparation for Medicare National Provider Enrollment (NPE) site visits, let’s turn to the section of the site investigation document dealing with complaints…