Ocumulgee Medical Pathology Associates

CLIA Laboratory Citation Details

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Unique D-Tags
CMS Certification Number 11D2044499
Address 1100 Johnson Ferry Road, Suite Ii - 464, Tuxedo, GA, 30342
City Tuxedo
State GA
Zip Code30342
Phone770 303-8000
Lab DirectorNICHOLAS WHITLING

Citation History (1 survey)

Survey - September 30, 2020

Survey Type: Standard

Survey Event ID: 6WZ411

Deficiency Tags: D0000 D3011

Summary:

Summary Statement of Deficiencies D0000 A Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) recertification survey was completed on September 30, 2020. The laboratory was not in compliance with applicable CLIA requirements found at 42 CFR 493.1 through 42 CFR 493.1780. The following deficiencies were cited: D3011 FACILITIES CFR(s): 493.1101(d) Safety procedures must be established, accessible, and observed to ensure protection from physical, chemical, biochemical, and electrical hazards, and biohazardous materials. This STANDARD is not met as evidenced by: Based on observation and staff interview, the laboratory failed to ensure protection from physical and electrical hazards as required. Findings include: 1. Observation during the laboratory tour on 9/30/2020 at approximately 12:10 p.m. revealed the fire extinguisher in the hallway near the laboratory and the fire extinguisher in the break area had not been professionally inspected since 7/2018. 2. An interview with the lead histotech in the hallway near the laboratory on 9/30/2020 at approximately 12:15 p.m. confirmed both fire extinguishers were last professionally inspected in 7/2018. 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 --

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