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Today in Washington – March 25, 2020: COVID-19 Updates

[03/25/20]

Posted on March 25, 2020 in COVID-19 Daily Updates

Published by: Hall Render

Wednesday, March 25 Recap Note – ​We believe this is the most up-to-date information available at this time, but it is subject to change ​as circumstances warrant. Also, all finalized resources can be found ​on the COVID-19 ​Resource ​Center page ​of Hall Render’s website.​ Congressional Outlook Early this morning, the Senate finally reached a tentative agreement... READ MORE

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Evaluating Ligature Risk Prevention Requirements and Regulations: The Challenges of Protecting Patients Without Restricting Access

[07/22/19]

Posted on July 22, 2019 in Health Law News

Published by: Hall Render

Effective July 1, 2019, The Joint Commission (“TJC”) implemented new and revised requirements regarding suicide prevention for all TJC-accredited hospitals and behavioral health entities. The seven new and revised requirements, part of TJC’s elements of performance (“EPs”) under National Patient Safety Goal (“NPSG”) 15.01.01, are designed to improve quality and safety of care for... READ MORE

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