Summary:
Summary Statement of Deficiencies D6054 TECHNICAL CONSULTANT RESPONSIBILITIES CFR(s): 493.1413(b)(9) The technical consultant is responsible for evaluating and documenting the performance of individuals responsible for moderate complexity testing at least annually, after the first year. This STANDARD is not met as evidenced by: Based on surveyor review of patient testing logs from 1/3/2023 - 2/8/2024, review of CMS-209 laboratory personnel report, review of annual competencies, and interview with the technical consultant, the technical consultant failed to perform 2023 annual competencies on six out of sixteen testing personnel performing moderate complexity testing. Findings are: 1. Review of patient testing logs from 1/3/2023 - 2/8/2024 revealed testing personnel #1, #5, #10, #12, #13, and #16, as listed on the CMS-209, performed moderate complexity testing. 2. Review of 2022 and 2023 annual competencies presented at time of survey revealed testing personnel #1, #5, #10, #12, #13, and #16, as listed on the CMS-209, did not have 2023 annual competencies performed. 3. Interview with the technical consultant on 2/13/2024 at 11:57 AM, confirmed testing personnel #1, #5, #10, #12, #13, and #16, as listed on the CMS-209, did not have annual competencies performed. 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 --