Change in Terminology and Update of Survey and Certification (S&C) Memorandum 09-55 Regarding Immediate Use Steam Sterilization (IUSS) in
Guidance for: This memorandum notifies state survey agency directors of a change in terminology for "flash" sterilization and of updated information regarding nationally recognized infection prevention and control guidelines and professionally acceptable standards of practice with respect to immediate use sterilization and supersedes S&C Memorandum 09-55.
Issued by: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
Issue Date: August 29, 2014
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