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Committed to improving patient safety for all Pennsylvanians, the Pennsylvania Medical Society provides news, resources, and tools on various patient safety topics.
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Find definitions and descriptions of the facilities affected by Act 13, reporting requirements, facility responsibilities, and more.
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