Most Common Deficiencies For AAAHC Chapter 7-II “Safety”
The most common deficiencies our surveyors see for Chapter 7-II “Safety” of the AAAHC Accreditation Handbook for Ambulatory Health Care:
All clinical staff should have up-to-date documentation of BLS certification. Often times these cards have expired.
Written policy for recalls must include drugs, medical devices, equipment, supplies and food products. It is not sufficient to say the center has never had a recall. The policy must be in writing.
Refrigerators must have continuous monitoring to ensure products are maintained at the recommended temperature range. A continuous monitoring system will show the temperature range during the hours the center is opened, as well as when it is closed. This standard is not met by checking a gauge once or twice a day during working hours.
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“AAAHC Quality Roadmap 2019” report: applies to Ambulatory Surgery Centers, Office-Based Surgery practices, and Primary Care settings.
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