From Marnie Mountjoy, DAIL: On a call with state survey agencies last Monday afternoon, CMS clarified that outdoor visits during outbreak testing/status are permitted according to QSO memo 20-39-NH. They also stressed CMS has never (intended to) restrict outside visitation, as long as it is conducted safely, following infection control parameters, CDC guidelines, etc. and that this should be “done at all times.”
CMS also said it is allowing CMP grant monies for a sturdier/more solid type of outside structure versus a tent; amount remains $3,000/site.
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