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This comprehensive eight-module clinical assessment training program equips nurses and healthcare professionals with evidence-based techniques to perform thorough, accurate patient evaluations across multiple body systems.

Why to share your advocacy story

Below is a listing of evidence-based tools and resources developed by CMS and Quality Improvement Organizations (QIOs) across the country to assist in meeting compliance with the QAPI Plan and QAPI Program requirements. Most importantly, these tools and resources were created for use in the achievement of process improvement and quality care and excellence within your organizations.

Life Safety Code Resources

Infection Control Resources

Governance Resources

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued the Emergency Preparedness Requirements for participating providers to establish consistent emergency preparedness requirements for healthcare providers participating in Medicare & Medicaid, increase patient safety during emergencies, and establish a more coordinated response to natural and human-caused disasters.

Providers must be in compliance with the MDE requirements in 2026.

These resources will help develop a robust Compliance & Ethics Program.

Members may use these policy & procedure templates as guides to develop their internal policies.

Use these resources to aid in nursing home compliance.

The Program for All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) is a specialized managed care program that is growing in Iowa. The innovative program that integrates Medicare and Medicaid serves nursing-home certified patients and creates a true model of person-centered care.