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State Operations Manual (SOM) Surveyor Guidance Revisions Related to Psychosocial Harm in Nursing Homes
Guidance for surveyors in Appendix PP of the SOM under F329 to enhance ease of use for surveyors and to include language related to how unnecessary use of medications may cause psychosocial harm to residents.
Issued by: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
Issue Date: March 25, 2016
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