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Authorize the Interim Chief Executive Officer for NMC or his designee to execute amendment No. 2 to the agreement (A-14303) with Ode Keil Consulting Group, Inc. for continuous accreditation readiness evaluation services, with a $43,000 increase for added services for a revised total agreement amount not to exceed $183,000, with no change to the Agreement term (May 14, 2019 through April 30, 2023).
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RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended the Board of Supervisors:
Authorize the Interim Chief Executive Officer for NMC or his designee to execute amendment No. 2 to the agreement (A-14303) with Ode Keil Consulting Group, Inc. for continuous accreditation readiness evaluation services, with a $43,000 increase for added services for a revised total agreement amount not to exceed $183,000, with no change to the Agreement term (May 14, 2019 through April 30, 2023).
SUMMARY/DISCUSSION:
The Ode Keil Consulting Group assists Natividad with Joint Commission and Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) compliance. They provide reviews and mock surveys to ensure Natividad is prepared for the Joint Commission survey which is critical for Natividad to maintain its accreditation. Documentation reviews and staff education are part of the services Natividad receives.
Changes are driven by CMS and by Joint Commission initiatives focused on improving quality and patient safety. This year it is anticipated that there will be several new or revised survey activities. Ode Keil Consulting is assisting Natividad with preparedness for what is to come.
The requested amendment renews the agreement which expires on April 30, 2023 after which time no services have been rendered.
OTHER AGENCY INVOLVEMENT:
County Counsel has reviewed and approved this amendment No. 2 as to legal form, and the Auditor-Controller has reviewed and approved as to payment provisions. The amendment No.2 has also been reviewed and approved by NMC's Finance Committee and by its Board of Trustees ...
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