Emerging Infectious Diseases (EIDs)

Quality, Safety & Oversight Group - Emergency Preparedness General Guidance

During public health emergencies and crises, providers and suppliers face a variety of challenges, including basic patient care and treatment, infection control, waste management, personal protective equipment (PPE) supplies, and more. Emerging infectious diseases (EIDs) can range from influenza and other virus outbreaks, like COVID-19, Ebola Virus Disease (EVD), the H1N1 pandemic, H3N2v , Zika, and others that reemphasize the need for disease control, prevention, and preparedness. CMS’ emergency preparedness regulations require providers and suppliers to develop and maintain their emergency preparedness program based on an all-hazards approach, which includes EIDs. 

The Downloads and Related Links sections include a variety of resources about EIDs, which may assist providers and suppliers in their planning and preparedness efforts. We also encourage providers and suppliers to review the State Operations Manual (SOM) Appendix Z, which provides insight to preparedness for EIDs.

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