If an NP or CNS is not employed by the SNF but is employed by an organization related to the SNF, may he/she sign the certification and re-certifications?
A14. The requirement in 42 CFR § 424.20(e) is specific in that an NP or CNS “neither of whom has a direct or indirect employment relationship with the facility” may sign the certifications and re-certifications. In this case, the NP or CNS is not an employee, but has an indirect employment relationship and, thus, are not permitted to sign the certifications and re-certifications.
A14. The requirement in 42 CFR § 424.20(e) is specific in that an NP or CNS “neither of whom has a direct or indirect employment relationship with the facility” may sign the certifications and re-certifications. In this case, the NP or CNS is not an employee, but has an indirect employment relationship and, thus, are not permitted to sign the certifications and re-certifications.
Related Questions
- My health care organization employer is undertaking the process to obtain national certification. How will the NMPL help both me and my employer in that process?
- If an NP or CNS is not employed by the SNF but is employed by an organization related to the SNF, may he/she sign the certification and re-certifications?
- Does a candidate need to be employed in a specific group or at a specific level to be eligible for enrolment in the Certification Program?
