2025 CMS Compliance Requirements: Infection Prevention and Control and ASP (W5008)-2025 Infection Prevention and Control and ASP Recording

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Laura Dixon, an expert in risk management and patient safety, delivered a presentation focused on infection prevention and control within healthcare facilities. She emphasized the importance of adhering to updated regulations and guidelines to prevent healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) and maintain compliance with survey standards. Laura discussed the significance of having a hospital-wide infection prevention and control program that includes surveillance, prevention, and control measures. She highlighted the necessity of having qualified infection preventionists to oversee these programs, ensuring they align with national guidelines and best practices.<br /><br />Laura also touched upon the critical role of antibiotic stewardship programs (ASPs) that aim to optimize the use of antibiotics to reduce resistance and improve patient outcomes. Governing bodies in healthcare facilities have a responsibility to ensure these programs are effective and supported across the organization, integrating with quality assurance and performance improvement (QAPI) initiatives.<br /><br />Throughout her talk, Laura identified common deficiencies observed during surveys, such as inadequate cleaning protocols, improper use of insulin pens, and issues with multi-dose vials. She emphasized the need for comprehensive training and competency assessments for staff to maintain high standards of infection control.<br /><br />Laura provided numerous resources to support healthcare facilities in improving their infection prevention and control and ASP initiatives, highlighting the role of leadership, interdepartmental collaboration, and continuous education in fostering a culture of safety and quality within healthcare organizations.

Keywords

risk management

patient safety

infection prevention

healthcare-associated infections

compliance

infection preventionists

antibiotic stewardship programs

quality assurance

performance improvement

training

competency assessments

healthcare leadership