Beyond Attestation: Understanding CMS Patient Safety Structural Measures
Published March 12, 2026
This session provides an overview of CMS Patient Safety Structural Measures with a focused look at Domain #5: Patient, Family, and Care Partner Engagement. Participants will explore the intent behind the measures, what meaningful implementation looks like beyond attestation, and why patient and family engagement is foundational to patient safety, quality, and trust.
Part of the webinar series, Beyond the Checklist: Implementing and Sustaining Patient and Family Engagement in CMS Patient Safety Structural Measures, hosted by The Beryl Institute’s PX Policy Forum Board and the Global Patient and Family Advisory Board, this session sets the stage for the full series by clarifying expectations, opportunities, and common pitfalls.
Learning Objectives:
• Describe the intent and core components of CMS Patient Safety Structural Measures, Domain #5
• Differentiate between compliance-based attestation and meaningful implementation
• Identify key opportunities to strengthen patient and family engagement through structure and policy
Non-members can purchase webinars at a cost of $49 each.
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