These documents and links are provided to assist agencies and organizations about the requirements of the new rule and assist them in complying with it and other accrediting agencies.
Revised Emergency Preparedness Training and Testing Program due to continued PHE
2021 Appendix Z (March 26, 2021) **NEW**
Emergency Preparedness Rule Updates and FAQs by CMS
Facility Specific Requirement Overviews
CMS and Disasters: Resources at Your Fingertips
CMS Emergency Preparedness Final Rule Crosswalk
CMS Emergency Preparedness Rule Table Requirements By Provider Type
Hospital Preparedness Program and Public Health Emergency Preparedness Capabilities Crosswalk
Additional CMS Emergency Preparedness Rule Resources
CMS Emergency Preparedness Rule Resources
CMS Rule Toolkits (by facility type)
Emergency Planning Checklist for Long Term Care