CA allows for a program flex for Title 22. https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CHCQ/LCP/Pages/AFL-19-28.aspx

However, Cal OSHA ATD requires TB testing to be offered.  We have a program flex and offer testing annually.  About 20% opt-in to testing.   

 

Leslie

 

Leslie Thompson, MSN, RN, ANP, COHN-S

Director EOHD & Work Comp

Sharp HealthCare

San Diego

leslie.thompson@sharp.com

 

 

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Subject: [MCOH-EH] States requiring annual TB testing?

 

Hello! I need to find out ASAP if any states are still requiring annual TB testing of healthcare workers? California IS Please let me know if you are aware of any other states that continue the requirement. Thank you! Wendy Wendy Thanassi MD,

Hello!

I need to find out ASAP if any states are still requiring annual TB testing of healthcare workers?

  1. California IS

 

Please let me know if you are aware of any other states that continue the requirement.

 

Thank you!

Wendy

 

Wendy Thanassi MD, MA, MRO

VA Palo Alto, CA

Wendy.thanassi@gmail.com