The linked resource provides a visualization of the association
between the CMS Emergency Preparedness Final Rule Conditions of
Participation (link
to Final Rule) and existing regulatory and accreditation
standards.
This crosswalk is not intended to replace reading and
understanding the regulations promulgated by CMS, individual
States or the standards provided by the specific accrediting
organizations (AOs). Please consult with your organization’s
legal and regulatory team for impact on your individual facility.
This crosswalk is intended to serve as a high level “Quick
Reference Guide” and not as interpretive guidance or instructions
on how to achieve compliance.
Specific questions on individual facility compliance must
still be directed to AOs, surveyors, and Centers for Medicare and
Medicaid Services (CMS).
This crosswalk used the AO standards as available and printed
as of October 2016 and NOT standards that may be updated based on
the release of the CMS EP rule or interpretive guidance,
therefore all facilities must check with their AO for the most
current standards.