Date Issued
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Report Number
12-03660-31
All Reports
Date Issued
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Report Number
11-03655-30
Open
Closed-Implemented
Closed-Not ImplementedNo. 1
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 5/23/2013
We recommended that the Chapel Street CBOC clinicians document a risk level for diabetic patients in CPRS in accordance with VHA policy.
No. 2
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 5/23/2013
We recommended that the Chapel Street CBOC clinicians document education of foot care to diabetic patients in CPRS.
No. 3
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 5/23/2013
We recommended that the Queens CBOC clinicians document complete foot screenings for diabetic patients in CPRS.
No. 4
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 5/23/2013
We recommended that the Queens CBOC clinicians document a risk level for diabetic patients in CPRS in accordance with VHA policy.
No. 5
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 5/23/2013
We recommended that the Venango CBOC clinicians document assessment of therapeutic footwear and/or orthotics for diabetic patients with risk assessment Level 2 or 3.
No. 6
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 5/29/2013
We recommended that the security of PII on laboratory specimens is ensured when they are transported from the Chapel Street CBOC.
No. 7
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 5/23/2013
We recommended that patient privacy in the examination rooms is ensured at the Queens CBOC.
No. 8
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 5/23/2013
We recommended that the security of PII on laboratory specimens is ensured when they are transported from the Queens CBOC.
No. 9
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 5/23/2013
We recommended that Venango CBOC staff secure the view of PII on computer screens.
No. 10
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 5/23/2013
We recommended that managers develop a local policy for MH and/or medical emergencies that reflects the current practice and capability at the Queens CBOC.
Date Issued
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Report Number
12-03041-32
Date Issued
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Report Number
12-03074-29
OpenClosed-ImplementedClosed-Not ImplementedNo. 1
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 4/29/2013
We recommended that processes be strengthened to ensure that results from FPPEs are consistently reported to the MEC.
No. 2
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 4/29/2013
We recommended that processes be strengthened to ensure that IC Functional Committee meeting minutes include sufficient data analysis and planning for corrective actions.
No. 3
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 4/29/2013
We recommended that processes be strengthened to ensure that all food items are labeled with expiration dates, that patient nutritional products are routinely inspected to ensure they are within their expiration dates, and that hand hygiene products are readily available.
No. 4
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 8/6/2013
We recommended that processes be strengthened to ensure that expired medications are removed and stored separately from medications available for administration.
No. 5
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 8/6/2013
We recommended that processes be strengthened to ensure that medications ordered at discharge match those listed on patient discharge instructions.
No. 6
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 3/26/2014
We recommended that processes be strengthened to ensure that interdisciplinary treatment plans are developed for all polytrauma outpatients who require them.
No. 7
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 11/10/2013
We recommended that the minimum staffing level for a rehabilitation nurse be maintained.
No. 8
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 8/6/2013
We recommended that the facility monitor compliance with its polytrauma training requirements.
No. 9
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 4/29/2013
We recommended that nursing managers monitor the staffing methodology that was approved in September 2012.
Date Issued
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Report Number
12-02600-28
OpenClosed-ImplementedClosed-Not ImplementedNo. 1
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 9/13/2013
We recommended that processes be strengthened to ensure that patients with positive CRC screening test results receive diagnostic testing within the required timeframe.
No. 2
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 9/13/2013
We recommended that processes be strengthened to ensure that patients are notified of biopsy results within the required timeframe and that clinicians document notification.
No. 3
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 9/13/2013
We recommended that processes be strengthened to ensure that staff complete the actions required in response to critical test results.
No. 4
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 9/13/2013
We recommended that processes be strengthened to ensure that test strips are stored and glucometers are maintained in accordance with the manufacturers¿ recommendations.
No. 5
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 4/1/2013
We recommended that processes be strengthened to ensure that pre-sedation assessment documentation includes all required elements.
No. 6
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 9/13/2013
We recommended that processes be strengthened to ensure that staff make and document post-discharge telephone calls in accordance with local policy.
No. 7
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 7/18/2013
We recommended that the locked acute MH unit have camera surveillance monitoring at all required locations.
No. 8
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 9/13/2013
We recommended that processes be strengthened to ensure that the PR Committee is consistently notified when corrective actions are completed and that this notification is documented in the meeting minutes.
No. 9
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 9/13/2013
We recommended that processes be strengthened to ensure that the Medical Records Committee provides oversight and coordination of EHR quality reviews and that EHR quality reviews are consistently completed for all services, including Surgical Service.
No. 10
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 4/1/2013
We recommended that processes be strengthened to ensure that aggregated data from resuscitation episodes is reported to the CPR Subcommittee monthly and documented in the meeting minutes.
No. 11
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 9/19/2013
We recommended that all required services be available to polytrauma outpatients and that minimum staffing levels be maintained.
Date Issued
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Report Number
12-01877-25
OpenClosed-ImplementedClosed-Not ImplementedNo. 1
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 4/5/2013
We recommended that processes be strengthened to ensure that patients are notified of positive CRC screening test results within the required timeframe and that clinicians document notification.
No. 2
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 6/17/2013
We recommended that processes be strengthened to ensure that patients with positive CRC screening test results receive diagnostic testing within the required timeframe.
No. 3
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 4/5/2013
We recommended that processes be strengthened to ensure that patients are notified of diagnostic test results within the required timeframe and that clinicians document notification.
No. 4
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 4/5/2013
We recommended that processes be strengthened to ensure that patients are notified of biopsy results within the required timeframe and that clinicians document notification.
No. 5
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 6/17/2013
We recommended that processes be strengthened to ensure that all discharged MH patients receive follow-up within 7 days of discharge and that compliance be monitored.
No. 6
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 6/17/2013
We recommended that the facility offer MH services at least one evening per week.
No. 7
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 4/5/2013
We recommended that processes be strengthened to ensure that attempts to follow up with patients who fail to keep their MH appointments are initiated and documented and that compliance be monitored.
No. 8
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 4/5/2013
We recommended that processes be strengthened to ensure that treatment plans are provided to polytrauma outpatients and/or their families.
No. 9
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 4/5/2013
We recommended that processes be strengthened to ensure that patient care areas and fall mats are clean.
No. 10
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 4/5/2013
We recommended that processes be strengthened to ensure that clean and dirty equipment are stored separately.
No. 11
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 11/7/2012
We recommended that processes be strengthened to ensure that sensitive patient information displayed on computer screens is secured.
No. 12
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 4/5/2013
We recommended that processes be strengthened to ensure that final summary notes for ethics consults pertaining to active clinical cases are documented in the EHRs.
No. 13
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 6/17/2013
We recommended that processes be strengthened to ensure that staff complete the actions required in response to critical test results.
No. 14
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 4/5/2013
We recommended that processes be strengthened to ensure that glucometers are cleaned and maintained in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations.
No. 15
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 6/17/2013
We recommended that processes be strengthened to ensure that medications ordered at discharge match those listed on patient discharge instructions.
Date Issued
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Report Number
12-02188-15
OpenClosed-ImplementedClosed-Not ImplementedNo. 1
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 3/7/2013
We recommended that the holes in the walls be repaired and that processes be strengthened to ensure that patient care areas are clean.
No. 2
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 10/29/2012
We recommended that the DRRTP have Class K fire extinguishers available in the kitchens used by residents.
No. 3
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 3/7/2013
We recommended that processes be strengthened to ensure that oxygen tanks are stored in a manner that distinguishes between empty and full tanks.
No. 4
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 3/7/2013
We recommended that processes be strengthened to ensure that designated employees at the John Cochran dental clinic complete initial laser safety training and that compliance be monitored.
No. 5
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 3/7/2013
We recommended that processes be strengthened to ensure that needle safety devices are available in the Jefferson Barracks dental clinic and that use of the devices be monitored.
No. 6
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 3/7/2013
We recommended that DRRTP and SA RRTP managers update the policies to safely manage medications and written procedures for contraband detection to include all VHA requirements and that compliance with the updated policies and procedures be monitored.
No. 7
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 10/30/2013
We recommended that processes be strengthened to ensure that monthly DRRTP and SA RRTP self-inspections are conducted and that documentation includes all required elements and corrective actions taken when deficiencies are identified.
No. 8
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 10/30/2013
We recommended that processes be strengthened to ensure that daily SA RRTP resident room inspections are thorough.
No. 9
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 10/29/2012
We recommended that processes be strengthened to ensure that SA RRTP rooms occupied by female veterans are safe, private, and secure.
No. 10
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 3/7/2013
We recommended that processes be strengthened to ensure that all non-physician employees complete the facility¿s required training program prior to assisting with or providing moderate sedation.
No. 11
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 8/5/2013
We recommended that processes be strengthened to ensure that pre-sedation assessment documentation includes all required elements and that compliance be monitored.
No. 12
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 8/5/2013
We recommended that processes be strengthened to ensure that informed consents are completed for all patients undergoing moderate sedation and that any changes to the consents are discussed with and approved by the patients prior to administration of sedation.
No. 13
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 3/7/2013
We recommended that processes be strengthened to ensure that all moderate sedation outpatients are discharged in accordance with VHA requirements.
No. 14
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 3/7/2013
We recommended that processes be strengthened to ensure that all discharged MH patients who are not on the high risk for suicide list receive follow-up within the specified timeframes and that compliance be monitored.
No. 15
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 3/7/2013
We recommended that processes be strengthened to ensure that all discharged MH patients who are on the high risk for suicide list receive follow-up at least weekly during the first 30 days after discharge and that compliance be monitored.
No. 16
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 3/7/2013
We recommended that processes be strengthened to ensure that all patients discharged from inpatient MH receive follow-up MH appointments prior to being discharged.
No. 17
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 8/5/2013
We recommended that processes be strengthened to ensure that attempts to follow up with patients who fail to keep their MH appointments are initiated and documented and that compliance be monitored.
No. 18
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 3/18/2013
We recommended that the annual staffing plan reassessment process ensure that unit 6N's unit-based expert panel includes representatives from all nursing roles.
No. 19
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 8/5/2013
We recommended that all members of the facility and unit-based expert panels receive the required training prior to the next annual staffing plan reassessment.
No. 20
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 3/7/2013
We recommended that unit 6N's nurse managers reassess the target nursing hours per patient day to more accurately plan for staffing and evaluate the actual staffing provided.
No. 21
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 3/7/2013
We recommended that processes be strengthened to ensure that all patients with positive TBI screening results have a comprehensive evaluation within the required timeframe.
No. 22
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 8/5/2013
We recommended that processes be strengthened to ensure that interdisciplinary treatment plans are provided to polytrauma outpatients and/or the patients' families.
No. 23
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 3/7/2013
We recommended that processes be strengthened to ensure that staff in all testing areas are aware of the location of the current electronic glucose POCT manual.
No. 24
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 8/5/2013
We recommended that processes be strengthened to ensure that staff complete the action required in response to critical test results and document in the glucometer or EHR the name of the specific provider notified of the critical test results.
No. 25
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 3/7/2013
We recommended that processes be strengthened to ensure that follow-up appointments are consistently scheduled within the timeframes requested by providers or required by local policy.
Date Issued
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Report Number
11-00324-20
OpenClosed-ImplementedClosed-Not ImplementedNo. 1
to Information and Technology (OIT)
Closure Date: 6/12/2013
We recommended that the Assistant Secretary for Information Technology establish a strategic human capital plan development process that includes Office of Information Technology's senior management, managers, and employees along with appropriate stakeholders from across VA and its administrations.
No. 2
to Information and Technology (OIT)
Closure Date: 1/2/2014
We recommended that the Assistant Secretary for Information Technology develop and implement a strategic human capital plan that includes roles and responsibilities; human capital goals, objectives, and strategies; performance measures; and milestones as outlined in the Human Capital Assessment and Accountability Framework.
No. 3
to Information and Technology (OIT)
Closure Date: 1/2/2014
We recommended that the Assistant Secretary for Information Technology ensure the Office of Information Technology's strategic human capital plan is aligned with VA's missions, goals, and objectives; and integrated into the Information Technology and VA Strategic Plans.
No. 4
to Information and Technology (OIT)
Closure Date: 6/12/2013
We recommended that the Assistant Secretary for Information Technology ensure the Office of Information Technology has an adequate number of leadership and staff positions assigned to administer its strategic human capital program.
No. 5
to Information and Technology (OIT)
Closure Date: 1/2/2014
We recommended that the Assistant Secretary for Information Technology develop a leadership succession plan, including key actions and associated milestones for its implementation.
No. 6
to Information and Technology (OIT)
Closure Date: 1/2/2014
We recommended that the Assistant Secretary for Information Technology ensure that all information technology leadership and employee competency assessments and gap analyses are completed.
No. 7
to Information and Technology (OIT)
Closure Date: 1/2/2014
We recommended that the Assistant Secretary for Information Technology develop leadership and workforce development and hiring strategies for closing identified competency gaps.
No. 8
to Information and Technology (OIT)
Closure Date: 11/4/2013
We recommended that the Assistant Secretary for Information Technology maintain a current listing of contracts used by each OIT organizational element and the functions performed to identify areas where OIT uses contractors to address competency gaps.
No. 9
to Information and Technology (OIT)
Closure Date: 1/2/2014
We recommended that the Assistant Secretary for Information Technology institute metrics and a process to measure the effectiveness of its strategies for evaluating and improving human capital management.
Date Issued
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Report Number
12-00206-23
Date Issued
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Report Number
11-03462-17
OpenClosed-ImplementedClosed-Not ImplementedNo. 1
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 2/28/2013
We recommended that the facility Acting Director ensures that facility respiratory care policies are updated, including specific guidance and expectations for ordering oxygen therapy.
No. 2
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 2/28/2013
We recommended that the facility Acting Director ensures that peer review processes comply with VHA policy.
No. 3
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 6/8/2013
We recommended that the facility Acting Director implements procedures to complete an assessment of ABG usage.
Date Issued
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Report Number
12-03594-10
OpenClosed-ImplementedClosed-Not ImplementedNo. 1
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 1/8/2014
We recommended that the Facility Director ensure that patients receive timely vascular and cardiology care and that compliance is monitored.
No. 2
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 3/11/2013
We recommended that the Facility Director ensure that providers document review of consults in the EHR and link results to consult requests and that compliance is monitored.
No. 3
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 5/21/2013
We recommended that the Facility Director ensure that staff comply with VHA policy for scheduling outpatient appointments and that compliance is monitored.
Date Issued
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Report Number
11-01823-294
OpenClosed-ImplementedClosed-Not ImplementedNo. 1
to Information and Technology (OIT)
Closure Date: 1/15/2014
We recommend the Assistant Secretary for Information and Technology establish or update all Memoranda of Understanding and Interconnection Security Agreements needed to accurately reflect operational environments and require that research partners implement information security controls commensurate with VA's information security standards.
No. 2
to Information and Technology (OIT)
Closure Date: 9/17/2014
We recommend the Assistant Secretary for Information and Technology support the Under Secretary for Health by providing the information technology infrastructure needed to implement a centralized data governance and storage model to securely manage research information over the data life cycle.
No. 3
to Information and Technology (OIT)
Closure Date: 10/3/2014
We recommend the Assistant Secretary for Information and Technology direct Information Security Officers to partner with the Veterans Health Administration's Institutional Review Boards, research personnel, and research partners to routinely conduct joint oversight and monitoring of research labs to ensure security of sensitive veterans' data, compliance of data collections with research protocols, and fulfillment of the Department's information security requirements.
No. 4
to Information and Technology (OIT)
Closure Date: 6/15/2015
We recommend the Under Secretary for Health develop and implement a centralized data governance and storage model that ensures accurate inventory of all research data collected, data collection compliance with research protocols, and secure management of research information over the data life cycle.
No. 5
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 12/16/2013
We recommend the Under Secretary for Health require the Office of Research and Development to partner with Information Security Officers to routinely conduct joint oversight and monitoring of research labs to ensure security of sensitive veterans' data, compliance of data collections with research protocols, and fulfillment of the Department's information security requirements.
Date Issued
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Report Number
12-03146-12
Date Issued
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Report Number
12-02601-07
OpenClosed-ImplementedClosed-Not ImplementedNo. 1
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 10/23/2013
We recommended that processes be strengthened to ensure that patients are notified of positive CRC screening test results within the required timeframe and that clinicians document notification.
No. 2
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 10/23/2013
We recommended that processes be strengthened to ensure that responsible clinicians either develop follow-up plans or document that no follow-up is indicated within the required timeframe.
No. 3
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 12/23/2013
We recommended that the facility implement an effective fee basis referral process to ensure patients receive diagnostic testing within the required timeframe and that compliance with the new process be monitored.
No. 4
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 12/23/2013
We recommended that processes be strengthened to ensure that patients are notified of diagnostic test results within the required timeframe and that clinicians document notification.
No. 5
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 12/23/2013
We recommended that processes be strengthened to ensure that patients are notified of biopsy results within the required timeframe and that clinicians document notification.
No. 6
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 4/16/2013
We recommended that processes be strengthened to ensure that patients with positive TBI screening results receive a comprehensive evaluation as outlined in VHA policy.
No. 7
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 8/22/2013
We recommended that the facility establish an EHR Committee that meets VHA requirements and clearly define the responsibilities of the committee.
Date Issued
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Report Number
12-02189-14
OpenClosed-ImplementedClosed-Not ImplementedNo. 1
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 5/1/2013
We recommended that processes be strengthened to ensure that pre-sedation assessment documentation includes all required elements and that compliance be monitored.
No. 2
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 6/19/2013
We recommended that processes be strengthened to ensure that staff complete the actions required in response to critical test results and document the actions taken.
No. 3
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 6/19/2013
We recommended that processes be strengthened to ensure that patients are notified of positive CRC screening test results within the required timeframe and that clinicians document notification.
No. 4
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 6/19/2013
We recommended that processes be strengthened to ensure that responsible clinicians either develop follow-up plans or document that no follow-up is indicated within the required timeframe.
No. 5
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 8/14/2013
We recommended that processes be strengthened to ensure that patients with positive CRC screening test results receive diagnostic testing within the required timeframe.
No. 6
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 6/19/2013
We recommended that processes be strengthened to ensure that patients with positive TBI screening results receive a comprehensive evaluation as outlined in VHA policy.
No. 7
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 6/19/2013
We recommended that processes be strengthened to ensure that outpatients who need interdisciplinary care have treatment plans developed.
No. 8
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 6/19/2013
We recommended that processes be strengthened to ensure that all discharged MH patients who are not on the high risk for suicide list receive follow-up within the specified timeframes and that compliance be monitored.
No. 9
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 5/1/2013
We recommended that all discharged MH patients who are on the high risk for suicide list receive follow-up at the required intervals and that compliance be monitored.
No. 10
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 5/1/2013
We recommended that processes be strengthened to ensure that discharge instructions address diet and the initial follow-up appointment.
No. 11
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 6/19/2013
We recommended that processes be strengthened to ensure that safety inspections are conducted on all ceiling lifts in the SCI Center and documented.
No. 12
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 6/19/2013
We recommended that processes be strengthened to ensure that all required participants or their designees consistently attend EOC rounds.
No. 13
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 6/19/2013
We recommended that processes be implemented to report results of tracking and trending of inter-facility transfers to the Organizational Excellence Board and to incorporate education on inter-facility transfers into new resident orientation.
No. 14
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 6/19/2013
We recommended that processes be strengthened to ensure that EOC deficiencies are corrected within the required timeframe and that action plans are submitted for deficiencies not corrected within the required timeframe.
No. 15
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 5/1/2013
We recommended that facility managers conduct a comprehensive EOC inspection of the facility and take appropriate actions to correct identified general cleanliness and maintenance issues.
Date Issued
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Report Number
12-02098-11
OpenClosed-ImplementedClosed-Not ImplementedNo. 1
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 6/18/2013
The VISN Director requires the System Director to review the findings in this report and take steps to correct all identified deficiencies.
Date Issued
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Report Number
12-01487-08
OpenClosed-ImplementedClosed-Not ImplementedNo. 1
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 2/25/2013
We recommended that the Facility Director strengthen local policies by including all VHA required elements regarding procedures for contacting patients to schedule appointments.
No. 2
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 2/25/2013
We recommended that the Facility Director strengthen processes for clinic scheduling and consult tracking and monitor timeliness of outpatient scheduling processes for adherence with Veterans Health Administration timeliness requirements.
Date Issued
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Report Number
12-01903-04
OpenClosed-ImplementedClosed-Not ImplementedNo. 1
to Information and Technology (OIT)
Closure Date: 10/11/2012
We recommended the Assistant Secretary for Information Technology complete the software encryption project assessment to determine whether to continue or terminate the project.
No. 2
to Information and Technology (OIT)
Closure Date: 5/5/2014
We recommended the Assistant Secretary for Information Technology, if it is determined to continue the project, develop a plan that includes sufficient human resources and monitoring to install and activate all of the purchased encryption software licenses.
Total Monetary Impact of All Recommendations
Open: $ 0.00
Closed: $ 5,100,000.00
Date Issued
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Report Number
12-02599-03
OpenClosed-ImplementedClosed-Not ImplementedNo. 1
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 2/27/2013
We recommended that processes be strengthened to ensure that pre-sedation assessment documentation includes all required elements and that compliance be monitored.
No. 2
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 5/20/2013
We recommended that processes be strengthened to ensure that all patients with positive TBI screening results receive a comprehensive evaluation as outlined in VHA policy.
No. 3
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 5/20/2013
We recommended that minimum polytrauma staffing levels be maintained.
No. 4
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 5/28/2013
We recommended that the facility monitor compliance with polytrauma training requirements.
No. 5
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 1/7/2014
We recommended that processes be strengthened to ensure that Case Managers consistently communicate with the inpatient and/or their family at the required intervals.
No. 6
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 3/1/2013
We recommended that processes be strengthened to ensure that polytrauma patient care areas are clean and well maintained.
No. 7
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 2/27/2013
We recommended that processes be strengthened to ensure that staff document all required elements in response to critical values on a nursing progress note or the Nursing Critical Value Template note.
No. 8
to Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Closure Date: 2/27/2013
We recommended that nursing managers monitor the staffing methodology that was implemented in May 2012.
Date Issued
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Report Number
10-04045-124
OpenClosed-ImplementedClosed-Not ImplementedNo. 1
to Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA)
Closure Date: 10/4/2012
We recommended the Under Secretary for Benefits revise Loan Guaranty Service policies and procedures to include more specific criteria for evaluating appraisal comparable property selections and sales price adjustments.
No. 2
to Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA)
Closure Date: 12/10/2013
We recommended the Under Secretary for Benefits implement an automated appraisal review system to evaluate every liquidation appraisal.
No. 3
to Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA)
Closure Date: 1/4/2013
We recommended the Under Secretary for Benefits fully implement all defined elements of the Loan Guaranty Service Risk Management Program.
No. 4
to Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA)
Closure Date: 1/4/2013
We recommended the Under Secretary for Benefits revise the performance plan of the appropriate Loan Guaranty Service manager to ensure accountability for accomplishment of specific Risk Management Program requirements.