News and Articles
The latest newsletter articles and news releases from The Compliance Team.
The Compliance Team Launches Swing Bed Certification
The Compliance Team (TCT), a CMS approved accreditation organization, has developed and launched a new program in support of Critical Access Hospitals (CAH) serving rural communities across the country.
Up Close with Sandi Day, TCT Advisor
New to TCT but no stranger to healthcare! Sandi’s trained as a PCMH RN Navigator, was an Administer/CNO of RHC’s and a Critical Access Hospital certified with Swing Beds.
Common Deficiencies – Part 3
Get the insights here of the most common deficiencies cited by our surveyors. TCT surveyors have documented this standard level citation as one of the top ten most cited deficient practices.
Hill Speaking Twice at NRHA
Kate Hill, VP Clinic Division, has been tapped to speak twice at NRHC. She will co-present with other industry experts and share insights on PCMH and the new TCT Swing Bed certification.
CMS Approved – HIT Us Up!
Quality Standards – TCT delivers Accreditation. Simplified. for Home Infusion Therapy providers. Looking to expand your pharmacy services? Let’s talk.
Provider Profile: Dirk & Trish White
The dynamic duo own Harry Race Pharmacy in Sitka Alaska. We spoke with Trish, who shared how it all started, her 10+ years working with TCT and the future!
Up Close with Charlie Lager
Our Senior Pharmacy Advisor shares some personal and professional insights including his guilty pleasure, the thing he dislikes the most and more!
Renewing in 2021 – Get All the Details
Whether you are a new supplier and had a Real Time Remote™ visit or are an established supplier coming due for a renewal visit, it is important to take some time to make sure you are prepared for your visit.
Up Close with Diane Lerch
Diane Lerch is a valued and respected accreditation advisor. She lives in northeastern Pennsylvania and has been with The Compliance Team for 13 years. Diane is a big sports fan (Go Penguins! ) and is obsessed with being a grandma.
The Compliance Team Addresses COVID Prevention and Mitigation Priorities with Enhanced PCMH Standards
With the new federal funding available to rural hospitals and clinics, the PCMH model is poised to serve as the core infrastructure for the development and implementation of COVID-related education, prevention, testing, confidence, vaccine distribution and mitigation strategies.
Up Close with Christy Stewart, TCT’s Director of the Clinic Division
Christy Stewart is the newly appointed Director of the Clinic Division. She brings years of experience to the role, having been a TCT Accreditation Advisor for 12 years
HHS Announces Nearly $1 Billion from American Rescue Plan for Rural COVID-19 Response
HHS recently announced the availability of almost $1 Billion to help rural clinics and hospitals strengthen their response efforts to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Appendix Z Update Simplified
In March 2021, CMS released updated information on Emergency Preparedness. Cindy Melanson and Theresa Griffin-Rossi provide you with what only relates to clinics.
Pharmacy Pandemic Perspectives – Kimberly Blandford, RPh
Here is one of the many stories we have heard of survival, resilience, success, and lessons learned despite all the restrictions and challenges in dealing with the pandemic
Real Time Remote™ Survey Process for Pharmacies
Are you prepared for your virtual visit? RtR uses software and phone applications to review your records, policies, processes, and physical environment remotely.
Community Pharmacy Steps for USP 800 Compliance
To ensure that you maintain compliance regarding hazardous drugs, take time to familiarize yourself and your staff with the USP 800 standards that apply to your pharmacy.
Pharmacy Based Immunization Certification and Covid-19 Vaccinations
Immunization Certification addresses front-end preparation, administration SOP’s ,follow-up, oversight of CDC rPharmacy Based Immunization Certification and Covid-19 Vaccinationsequirements, validation by a third party, and reinforcement of quality assurances.
Lights, Camera – Remote Survey?
Bad camera angles, images of foreheads and shoes is our new norm. The connection we create with physical visits is gone for now, but something new in its place has been created.
Real-time Remote Virtual Survey Process
When the pandemic occurred, The Compliance Team, led by founder and CEO Sandy Canally, did what we have always done above all else –– innovated in order to serve providers and ensure quality of patient care.
Provider Perspective – Kimberly and Randall Blohowiak, D.C.
We thought you would appreciate hearing from your peers on how they have maneuvered through this extraordinary time! A Q&A with Kimberly and Randall Blohowiak, D.C.