This is the AHRMM Subject Matter Expert Podcast hosted by Justin Poulin. Tune in every month as we speak with Industry Experts to highlight success stories and solutions from the field that advance the healthcare supply chain. And now, Justin Poulin with this month’s Expert…

Guest: Christina Mendez, Sr. Manager, Healthcare Brand @ Grainger

Topic: CMS Rulemaking’s Impact to Accrediting Organizations - What does it mean for Supply Chain

Outline:

- Welcome Christina

- CMS Presentation to Congress Overview

* Rulemaking - prohibiting any notification of the survey window

- What is the impact? Accrediting Organizations have had to change their standards

- What are some examples?

* Joint Commission consolidated two (EC & LS) chapters into Physical Environment

* DNV is more affected around separating consulting from assessments

- When does this go into effect and what should the supply chain be doing now to prepare?