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.
2021 Appendix Z (March 26, 2021) **NEW**
Emergency Preparedness Rule Update for LTCs Effective November 29, 2019
Emergency Preparedness Rule Updates and FAQs by CMS – May 8, 2019
CMS Emergency Preparedness Rule Update for Health Systems – March 27, 2018
Facility Specific Requirement Overviews – Updated February 26, 2018
CMS and Disasters: Resources at Your Fingertips
CMS Emergency Preparedness Final Rule Crosswalk
CMS Emergency Preparedness Rule Table Requirements By Provider Type
CMS Preparedness Rule VDH Presentation
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