Respiratory Pathogens Resources Update From CDC NHSN
May 2026 Updates Analysis and Report Resources From https://www.cdc.gov/nhsn/ltc/covid19/rpv-resources.html
CDC NHSN LTCF Respiratory Pathogens Module
May 2026 Updates Long-Term Care Respiratory Pathogens Person-Level – Data Collection Forms and Instructions LTCF Resident Optional Person Level Reporting for Long Term Care Residents (Form 57.216) [PDF – 264 KB] – January 2026 Person-Level – CSV Data Import Person-Level Vaccination Form for Residents of Long-Term Care Facilities: How to Guide [PDF – 2 …
NIOSH: PPE and Respirator Approval Program Web Updates
The NIOSH Personal Protective Equipment and Respirator Approval Program web pages have been updated and moved. These pages provide information about NIOSH Approved® respirators, including how to identify approved products, types of respiratory protection, tips for use, and information for respirator approval holders. Please update your bookmarks to Personal Protective Equipment and Respirator …
TIP: CMS Expires or Revises Multiple COVID-19 Waivers
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has recently expired or revised multiple waivers and QSO memos related to the COVID-19 pandemic. The following are included: This AAPACN resource is copyright protected. AAPACN individual members may download or print one copy for use within their facility only. AAPACN facility …
TIP: CDC Releases LTCF COVID-19 Module Facility Dashboard
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN) recently released the NHSN COVID-19 Dashboard for long-term care facilities. This user-friendly tool offers customizable, interactive charts and a clear summary of COVID-19 data specific to each facility. Facilities can use the accompanying guide to navigate the …
TIP: CDC Changes Up to Date Definition for COVID-19 Vaccinations
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has changed the National Healthcare Safety Network’s (NHSN) reporting definition of Up to Date. Individuals aged 65 years and older are Up to Date when they have: Individuals younger than 65 years of age are Up to Date when they have: For …
NETEC Infection Prevention: Engineering Controls for LTC
Engineering controls can be implemented to isolate people from a hazard and provide protection for long-term care residents and staff. Engineering Controls for Long-Term Care
Skilled Nursing Facility COVID-19 Related Waivers At-a-Glance
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued several blanket waivers and updates during the COVID-19 public health emergency (PHE). While many of these waivers have already been terminated, several will remain in place through the end of the PHE. AAPACN has updated the SNF COVID-19 Related Waivers At-a-Glance tool to …
COVID-19 Diagnosis Flow Chart for FY 2023
The complexities of assigning codes for COVID-19 and associated manifestations can be a confusing process. The AAPACN COVID-19 Diagnosis Flow Chart tool uses chapter-specific coding guidance for FY 2023 and will assist the user to ensure all appropriate diagnoses are considered when using the ICD-10-CM coding manual for final code …
AHRQ: Incorporating Infection Prevention and Control into an Emergency Preparedness Plan (5/22)
Nursing home leaders can reference this resource to ensure that the facility’s emergency preparedness plan is current and captures an all-hazards approach to meeting the health, safety, and security needs of staff and residents during an emergency or disaster. Resource: Incorporating Infection Prevention and Control into an Emergency Preparedness Plan (PDF, 236 …