George Caguioa, BSN, RN
Director of Quality Assurance
As caregivers, you are mandated by CTA to report all adverse events to AICMC in a timely manner:
- Verbal report within 24 hours of the occurrence of the adverse event.
- Written report within 72 hours following the verbal report.
AICMC is required to submit your adverse reports to CTA and HMO in a timely manner as well, hence your nonsubmittal or delay in submittal cause you and us to violate these rules. Failure on your part to follow these rules may result in the delay of necessary care that the client may need, billing problems, inability to notify HMOs related to services and supplies, and may even subject you to possible legal jeopardy. Your inaction therefore to report adverse events may be construed as a disservice to your client. If your clients are hospitalized, AICMC is unable to make follow-ups, intervene and make recommendations when problems arise, and coordinate with the hospital/skilled nursing facility to facilitate a safe discharge back to the foster home.
