Two of the top four CMS deficiencies in Ambulatory Surgery Centers last year were related to medication management.

As we know, medication management citations fall under various sections of the CMS requirements (Conditions For Coverage). There isn’t just one single section on medications in the CMS document, so knowing your way around the requirements is essential to ensure compliance with each element of safe medication management. How does your facility handle compliance with CMS requirements? Do you know where most of the requirements are found?

What were the most common CMS deficiencies in ASCs?

1. Sanitary Environment
2. Infection Control Program
3. Environment
4. Administration of Drugs

It’s not hard to see that number 4 (Administration of Drugs) is directly related to medication management, but did you know that many of the deficiencies involving medication management are cited under number 2 (Infection Control Program)? That’s because safe injection practices fall under the category of infection control.

In this week’s client newsletter, we provide details on the most common deficiencies and give you specific examples of deficient practices. We conclude by providing practical guidance to keep your patients safe and your facility compliant.

If you have questions on any of the CMS requirements or would like to become a client, please reach out to us.