Medicare and Medicaid Programs; Emergency Preparedness Requirements for Medicare and Medicaid Participating Providers and Suppliers
medicare · Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services · Rule · Published 2016-09-16 · Effective 2016-11-15 · 81 FR 63860
Document
Document number
2016-21404
Federal Register citation
81 FR 63860
CFR reference
42 CFR 403
Type
Rule
Action
Final rule.
Category
medicare
Sub-agency
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
Publication date
2016-09-16
Effective date
2016-11-15
HHS docket
CMS-3178-F
Abstract
This final rule establishes national emergency preparedness requirements for Medicare- and Medicaid-participating providers and suppliers to plan adequately for both natural and man-made disasters, and coordinate with federal, state, tribal, regional, and local emergency preparedness systems. It will also assist providers and suppliers to adequately prepare to meet the needs of patients, residents, clients, and participants during disasters and emergency situations. Despite some variations, our regulations will provide consistent emergency preparedness requirements, enhance patient safety during emergencies for persons served by Medicare- and Medicaid- participating facilities, and establish a more coordinated and defined response to natural and man-made disasters.