Long Term Care & Senior Living Blog
August 11, 2016
New CMS Guidance Protecting Patient Privacy in Nursing Home
In light of concerns that patient photographs are showing up on social media networks and other multimedia messaging, CMS issued guidance to State Survey Agency Directors. S&C: 16-33-NH dated August 5, 2016, effective immediately, addresses the need for nursing homes to protect residents’ privacy. CMS stresses the importance to recognize each resident’s sense of self-worth and to create a respectful environment.