Navigating the challenges of sepsis management [Infographic]

(BPT) – Sepsis has taken the spotlight with the new CMS measure to assess the quality of sepsis care in hospitals. 4000+ U.S. hospitals must begin data collection on a Severe Sepsis and Septic Shock Management Bundle Measure (NQF #0500) that is scheduled to impact future CMS reimbursement. This action is being taken to address more than 1 million cases of severe sepsis and septic shock in the U.S., growing incidence and U.S. inpatient cost exceeding $20 billion annually. This infographic presents sepsis facts and how the CHEETAH NICOM & STARLING SV Monitoring Solutions can help support compliance with the Management Bundle.