CMS Updates Visitation Guidance for ICF/IID COVID-19; CMS Published:June 09, 2021 covid19@ahca.org Rollup Image Page ContentLast week, CMS issued new guidance for visitation at Intermediate Care Facilities for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities (ICFs/IID) and Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facilities (PRTFs) during the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency (PHE) to include the impact of the COVID-19 vaccination. CMS notes in the memo that “the guidance provides ways an ICF/IID and PRTF can more safely facilitate in-person visitation and address the psychosocial needs of clients/residents.” CMS encourage all ICFs/IID and PRTFs to monitor the CDC website for information and resources and contact their health department when needed. Related Blogs CMS Ends Infection Control Focus Surveys 8.5.2025 iQIES SNF QRP Threshold Report Issue Now Resolved 8.5.2025 Now Available – AHCA Summary of FY26 SNF Final Payment Rule 8.5.2025