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CMS SOM App. H, Tag V272
§ 494.40(b)(2)(ii) - If the test results from the last component or carbon tank are greater
than the parameters for chlorine or chloramine specified in paragraph (b)(2)(i) of this
section the facility must—
(C) Immediately notify the medical director; and
Interpretive Guidance § 494.40(b)(2)(ii)(C)
Policy and practice must demonstrate this requirement is met. These policies must include
notifying the medical director as an immediate action taken by the responsible staff member(s) in
the event of a chlorine or chloramine breakthrough. Documentation of this notification should be
evidenced in the facility’s record/logs for chlorine or chloramine testing.
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- cms.gov
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- 2026-07-22
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- som-2026-07-22
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