Tracking Statutory and Regulatory Waivers

On January 28, the US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) issued the fifth amendment to the Public Readiness and Emergency Preparedness (PREP) Act, which provides immunity from losses related to the use or administration of a covered countermeasure. The amendment enlarges the categories of “qualified persons” that are authorized to prescribe, dispense, and...

DOH Directive to Postpone all Non-Essential Elective Procedures in Erie County This directive from the New York State Department of Health (DOH) Commissioner instructs and requires all hospitals in Erie County to postpone all non-essential elective procedures starting December 4, 2020, until further notice. FDA Reissues Emergency Use Authorization for Certain Non-NIOSH-Approved Filtering Facepiece Respirators...

This tool summarizes and provides links to telehealth information on the global coronavirus (COVID-19) situation. It is current as of March 23 and will be updated as further information is made available. Telehealth Policies, Definitions, and Payment Medicare: Effective March 6, Medicare will pay for visits furnished via telehealth across the nation, including in the...