Yorkville Endoscopy may yet retain CMS certification

Yorkville Endoscopy, the New York surgery center thrust into the spotlight in connection with comedienne Joan Rivers’ death, has been given until March 2 to comply with changes requested by CMS, according to a report by The New York Times.

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CMS initially decided to revoke certification in mid-January, but has now reversed its decision, allowing more time for the center to correct deficiencies.

The surgery center’s AAAASF accreditation was revoked earlier in January.

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