New Electronic Reporting Requirements For Deaths Associated With the Use of Restraints or Seclusion

On December 2, 2019, CMS released QSO 20-04 which outlines the new electronic reporting requirements for deaths associated with the use of Restraints or Seclusion. Electronic reporting is mandatory as of January 1, 2020. Please read the attached QSO for details.QSO20-04-Electronic Form CMS-10455 Hosp Death assoc with death restraint-01.07.20