With QSO-23-23-NHs, CMS announced changes to the use of Civil Money Penalty (CMP) Reinvestment Program.

• Per the memo, CMS will continue to allow applications to facilitate visitation in nursing facilities and prevent the spread of COVID-19.

Funding is still available for nursing facilities to apply for grants related to:

• Communicative Technology: CMP funds are allowed to purchase tablets and accessories such as screen protectors, headphones, etc. Note: Items listed on the application cannot be placed on the standard CMP application for a facility that has received funding through this special application. Maximum project funding per nursing facility is $3,000 in one-time funding.
• Visitation I: CMP funds are allowed to purchase funding for tents and plexiglass (or similar product). Maximum project funding per nursing facility is $3,000 in one-time funding.
• Visitation II: CMP funds are allowed to purchase portable fans and portable room air cleaners with high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA, H-13 or -14) filters to increase or improve air quality. However, replacement filters cannot be purchased with these funds, as they are a prohibited expense. Maximum project funding per nursing facility is $3,000 in one-time funding.