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    • Using the “SIR – CLAB Data for CMS LTCH PPS” Report, January 2015 pdf icon[PDF – 400 KB]

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    • Operational Guidance for reporting CAUTI Data pdf icon[PDF – 120 KB]
    • Using the “SIR – CAUTI Data for CMS LTCH PPS” Report, January 2015 pdf icon[PDF – 320 KB]

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    • Operational Guidance for reporting FacWideIN CDI LabID Event Data pdf icon[PDF – 200 KB]
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    • How to Set Up NHSN Reporting for C. difficile LabID Events, May 2019 pdf icon[PDF – 350 KB]

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    • Operational Guidance for reporting HCP Influenza Vaccination Data pdf icon[PDF – 150 KB]
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    • Using the “Line Listing – HCP Flu Vaccination Data for CMS LTCH PPS” Output Option, May 2017 pdf icon[PDF – 200 KB]

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