I agree with comments and concerns shared earlier by APIC VA and Jacqueline Butler, CIC, Director of Sentara Infection Prevention and Control.

As an Infection Preventionist, one of my major concerns is providing meaningful data that can be used to truly promote Infection Prevention in our healthcare facilities.  The proposed measurement for Clostridium difficle infection does not give us meaningful information regarding transmission in healthcare facilities.  A greater effort should focus on community education and awareness.

I also agree that reporting SCIP data through yet another avenue does not add any value to this information and creates a greater burden on facilities who may struggle to meet all other reporting regulations.

Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the proposed regulations,

Sue Felber, CIC  Infection Preventionist  Sentara Bayside Hospital