Summary:
Summary Statement of Deficiencies D6067 TESTING PERSONNEL QUALIFICATIONS CFR(s): 493.1423(b)(4)(ii) Each individual performing moderate complexity testing must have training to ensure that the individual has-- (A) the skills required for proper specimen collection, including patient preparation, if applicable, labeling, handling, preservation or fixation, processing or preparation, transportation and storage of specimens; (B) the skills required for implementing all standard laboratory procedures; (C) the skills required for performing each test method and for proper instrument use; (D) the skills required for performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting and calibration procedures related to each test performed; (E) a working knowledge of reagent stability and storage; (F) the skills required to implement the quality control policies and procedures of the laboratory; (G) an awareness of the factors that influence test results; and (H) the skills required to assess and verify the validity of patient test results through the evaluation of quality control sample values prior to reporting patient test results. This STANDARD is not met as evidenced by: . Through a review of personnel records for three of three testing personnel, lack of documentation, and interviews with laboratory staff, it was determined two of three testing personnel had no documentation of training, Survey findings include: A. Personnel records for three current laboratory testing personnel (listed as laboratory employees #4, #5, and #6 on the form CMS-209) were reviewed. Personnel files for employees #5 and #6 did not include documentation of initial training on the laboratory instrumentation. B. In an interview at 9:30 a.m. on 7/25/2019, the laboratory director confirmed the initial training of two of three testing personnel had not been documented. Statement of Deficiencies (X1) Provider/Supplier/CLIA Identification Number (X3) Date Survey Completed Name of Provider or Supplier Street Address, City, State -- 1 of 1 --