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State notification of a Sentinel Event is required within one (1) business day of discovery 2026

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The Maine Sentinel Event Notification and Near Miss Reporting Form is a mandatory document for reporting sentinel events and near misses in healthcare settings, as required by state law. It outlines the process for notifying authorities within one business day of discovering such events, including details about the event, patient information, and types of incidents that must be reported. The form emphasizes the importance of timely reporting and provides specific categories for various types of sentinel events.

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Begin by selecting what is being reported: either 'Sentinel Event' or 'Near Miss'. Fill in the corresponding dates and times as required.
Enter today's date, facility name, reporter's name, title, telephone number, and email address in the designated fields.
Provide a brief description of the event, including its location. Ensure this section is detailed for clarity.
Indicate the patient's age and gender. Also, include the admitting diagnosis in the appropriate fields.
Answer whether this event meets NQF criteria by checking 'Yes' or 'No'. If yes, continue on the back of the form.
Select the type of event being reported from the provided options. Make sure to check all that apply.

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How long do you have to report a sentinel event?

It is submitted to the Joint Commission within 45 business days of the date the organization became aware of the event. If the reporting occurs after day 45, the organization has 15 business days to complete the RCA/POA tool electronically and submit to The Joint Commission.

What are the criteria for a sentinel event?

Sentinel events (SEs)defined by The Joint Commission as unexpected safety incidents that result in death, permanent harm, or severe temporary harmserve as critical indicators of systemic vulnerabilities in healthcare delivery (1)(4). In the United States, medical errors rank as the third leading cause of death (2).

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