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.

• Download the Emergency Preparedness CMS Conditions of Participation and Accreditation Organizations Crosswalk

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.

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