Updated DOH Guidance on Resumption of Elective Outpatient Surgeries and Non-Urgent Procedures

On June 14, 2020, New York State Department of Health issued Updated Guidance for Resumption of Non-Essential Elective Surgeries and Non- Urgent Procedures in Hospitals, Ambulatory Surgery Centers, Office Based Surgery Practices and Diagnostic and Treatment Centers updating the original document issued on May 19, 2020.

This updated guidance document reviews requirements for Diagnostic and Treatment Centers for performing deferred procedures, including:

• Patient Testing

• Preparedness and Screening

• PPE Supplies

• Infection Prevention and Control

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