Healthcare Inspection Alleged Endoscope Reprocessing Issues St. Louis VA Medical Center, St. Louis, Missouri

Report Information

Issue Date
Report Number
10-01141-133
VISN
State
Missouri
District
VA Office
Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
Report Author
Office of Healthcare Inspections
Report Type
Hotline Healthcare Inspection
Recommendations
0
Questioned Costs
$0
Better Use of Funds
$0
Congressionally Mandated
No

Summary

Summary
OIG conducted an inspection in response to allegations of ongoing endoscope reprocessing issues and breakdowns in communication with regard to adverse events and outcomes at the St. Louis VA Medical Center in St. Louis, Missouri. OIG substantiated the allegations and identified several items related to reusable medical equipment reprocessing and staff safety that needed improvement as required by VHA policies.
Recommendations (0)