Updated CMS FAQ and Visitation Infographic Now Available COVID-19; CMS Published:January 18, 2022 covid19@ahca.org Rollup Image Page ContentThe Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has updated the Nursing Home Visitation Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) to provide clarification to recent visitation guidance. The FAQ highlights that states may instruct nursing homes to take additional measures to make visitation safer, while ensuring visitation can still occur. This includes requiring that during visits, residents and visitors wear masks that are well-fitting and preferably those with better protection, such as surgical masks or KN95. CMS also released an infographic on how to safely conduct visits to nursing homes. This infographic may be helpful to use when educating families and visitors and for posting in the facility. See the CMS Nursing Home Resource Center for additional information. Related Blogs Upcoming Webinars - Understanding Changes in COVID-19 Vaccine Reporting Starting April 1 3.26.2024 Reminder: CDC NHSN Open Office Hours for Annual Health Care Personnel Influenza Vaccine Reporting 3.26.2024 Request for Speaker Proposal Abstracts: SNF Rehabilitation Therapy Best Practices in a Value-Based World 3.20.2024