Advance Copy of Critical Element Pathways Released

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released advance copies of the updated Long-Term Care Survey Process (LTCSP) Critical Element Pathways. Surveyors will begin surveying with these new tools in October 2022.

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You can view the updated CE Pathways here (.zip). Review the changes to see what surveyors will be looking at on your next survey.


If your organization is preparing for survey, CMS Compliance Group can help. Contact us to learn about our survey preparation consulting services, including mock survey/ quality review and off-site, remote assistance. Our interdisciplinary team of consultants is available to assist with your compliance and quality improvement needs in any department. To learn more, please fill out the contact form below or call 631.692.4422.

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