Authors

  1. Stricof, Rachel L. MPH, CIC
  2. Van Antwerpen, Carole BSN, RN, CIC
  3. Smith, Perry F. MD
  4. Birkhead, Guthrie S. MD, MPH

Abstract

New York State Public Health Law [S]2819, requiring the mandatory public reporting of health care-associated infections, was enacted in July 2005. This article describes key provisions in the legislation, New York State health care-associated infection program development, the rationale for selection of the National Healthcare Safety Network for reporting, and lessons learned.