Window of Correction
Definition: An opportunity provided under certain state regulations for facilities to correct identified deficiencies without formal citation, typically available only for low-severity findings discovered during specific types of inspections.
In Practice
Not all states offer a window of correction, and its application varies significantly. When available, it typically applies only to deficiencies at the lowest severity levels (no actual harm, potential for minimal harm). The facility must demonstrate correction within a specified timeframe. This concept does not apply to federal survey findings.