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CMS SOM App. A, Tag A-1037
§482.53(b)(2) - There is proper storage and disposal of radioactive material
Survey Procedures §482.53(b)(2)
• Verify through observation and document review that radioactive materials,
including radioactive waste, have appropriate storage and disposal.
• Determine how the hospital disposes of unneeded radio nuclides and radio
pharmaceuticals.
o Are these methods in accordance with Federal and State laws, regulations and
guidelines?
o Are the methods described in hospital policy?
History
Rev. 37, Issued: 10-17-08; Effective/Implementation Date: 10-17-08
Provenance
- Source
- cms.gov
- Retrieved
- 2026-07-22
- Edition
- som-2026-07-22
- Content hash
305ff25f5083cb8b34749dd609fc7c6960f47abaa83c7426222138a79f530b78
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