CMS encourages reopening of health care facilities
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services today released a for patients considering in-person, non-emergency treatment as the country continues to reopen and COVID-19 cases decline.
鈥淭hose needing operations, vaccinations, procedures, preventive care, or evaluation for chronic conditions should feel confident seeking in-person care when recommended by their provider,鈥 CMS Administrator Seema Verma.
The agency also released a of its previous recommendations for providers reopening facilities to non-emergency care.
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