Summary:
Summary Statement of Deficiencies D5201 CONFIDENTIALITY OF PATIENT INFORMATION CFR(s): 493.1231 The laboratory must ensure confidentiality of patient information throughout all phases of the total testing process that are under the laboratory's control. This STANDARD is not met as evidenced by: Based on observation and staff interview, the laboratory failed to ensure access to the laboratory is limited to authorized personnel to maintain confidentiality of patient information. Findings include: 1) Observation of the laboratory on 6/8/2021 at 10:55 a. m. revealed the secondary means of egress was not locked, the door handle did not have a locking mechanism, and a day care was occupying the space on the other side of the door. Further observation of the laboratory revealed patient specimen cups, patient logs and test requisitions were within sight if anyone came in through the secondary means of egress. 2) Interview with the Technical Supervisor on 6/8/2021 at 10:55 a.m. confirmed the above finding. 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 --