CMS recently proposed a rule that aims to strengthen the U.S. health care workforce.
In addition, to help contain the spread of COVID-19, CMS said the proposed rule would also require hospitals to report COVID-19 vaccination rates among health care personnel.
The deadline for public comment on the proposed rule is June 28, according to the Federal Register.
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