Code of Massachusetts Regulations
247 CMR - BOARD OF REGISTRATION IN PHARMACY
Title 247 CMR 15.00 - Continuous Quality Improvement Program
Section 15.02 - Continuous Quality Improvement Program
Universal Citation: 247 MA Code of Regs 247.15
Current through Register 1531, September 27, 2024
(1) Continuous Quality Improvement Program Requirements. Each pharmacy shall establish a Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) Program for the purpose of detecting, documenting, assessing and preventing Quality Related Events (QREs). At a minimum, a CQI program shall include provisions to:
(a) designate an individual or individuals responsible for monitoring CQI Program compliance with the requirements of 247 CMR 15.00;
(b) identify and document QREs;
(c) minimize impact of QREs on patients;
(d) analyze data collected in response to QREs to assess causes and any contributing factors;
(e) use the findings of the analysis to formulate an appropriate response and develop pharmacy systems and workflow processes designed to prevent QREs; and
(f) provide ongoing education at least annually in the area of CQI to pharmacy personnel.
(2) Implementation Date. The CQI Program requirements of 247 CMR 15.00 shall be implemented by each pharmacy by December 31, 2005.
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