COVID-19 Resources
Updated 3/20/20
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CMS RECOMMENDATIONS 3/18/20 “To aggressively address COVID-19, CMS recognizes that conservation of critical resources such as ventilators and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is essential, as well as limiting exposure of patients and staff to the SARS-CoV-2 virus. Attached is guidance to limit non-essential adult elective surgery and medical and surgical procedures, including all dental procedures.”
CMS Adult Elective Surgery and Procedures Recommendations
ASCA STATEMENT 3/18/20 As state and federal policymakers continue to consider policies surrounding elective surgery during the COVID-19 pandemic, ASCA recognized that additional guidance was necessary and, in consultation with clinical experts within the ASC community, is releasing the statement below.
ASCA | COVID-19: Guidance for ASCs on Necessary Surgeries
CMS Current Emergencies
Information and updates about the public health emergency of COVID-19 from CMS, including a recently published FAQ
CDC Public Health Reminder
CDC guidance regarding elective procedures
CDC COVID-19
The source for the latest information about COVID-19 prevention, symptoms, and answers to common questions
CDC Health Alert Network Updates
WHO Country & Technical Guidance
World Health Organization’s technical guidance for COVID-19, including a risk communication package for healthcare facilities (under risk communication and community engagement)
US Government Response to COVID-19
The latest information about what the US Government is doing in response to COVID-19
OSHA COVID-19
OSHA resources, including Guidance on Preparing Workplaces for COVID-19
AAO Alert: Important Coronavirus Updates for Ophthalmologists
The AAO is recommending to postpone all elective surgery until at least April 6th
ACS COVID-19 Information for Surgeons
Check your State Department of Health website regularly. They each have dedicated COVID-19 Resource pages with information specific to your State.
Department of Labor on FMLA and FLSA
Information on common issues employers and employees face when responding to public health emergencies, and their effects on wages and hours worked under the Fair Labor Standards Act and job-protected leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act
McDermott’s Coronavirus Resource Center
This resource center offers preparedness planning for businesses
Article | Pandemic Coronavirus: Practice and Legal Issues for Employers
Arnold and Porter
TJC Survey Guidance (as of 3/16/2020)
See ‘Update March 16’ for information on suspension of all regular surveying
Educational pamphlet: This can be used for educating staff or patients as needed.
Below are examples of posters available for download that can be posted where needed. Check on the Public Health Department website closest to you for posters specific to your area.
Mask Shortage: McKesson has released a letter addressing the mask shortage.
Article | Preparing for the Impact of the Coronavirus on Your Supply Chain and Beyond
released by Arnold and Porter Kaye Scholer LLP
Compounding Alcohol-Based Hand Sanitizer During COVID-19 Pandemic
This document is intended to address shortages of alcohol-based hand sanitizers associated with COVID-19, the document is also meant as an informal passage of information.
Contact Surgery Center Services of America
Surgery Center Services of America
2942 N. Greenfield Rd., Suite 105
Mesa, AZ 85215
Phone: (480) 357-1921
Fax: (480) 354-5046