Medline Recalls All Beds and Associated Parts
On October 14, 2026, Medline released field notification letter R-25-242-X9 recalling all Medline brand beds and associated parts and accessories. The notice of voluntary field action to initiate product removal, discontinuation, and market exit issued on October 14 is an update to previous notifications that only affected certain product lines.
According to the notice, the reason for recall is related to “electrical system safety risks that may result in fire and entrapment risk from the use of any bed accessories.” Medline advises: “Immediately unplug the bed and any associated battery packs or batteries from the bed or accessories,” and “Do not use the electrical functionality of the bed.” Medline states that the bed and mattress can continue to be used in manual mode until the bed can be replaced. Electrical adjustments should be made in emergency situations only. Should the bed be plugged back in for emergency use, extensions cords cannot be used. Bed accessories, including side rails, should also not be used.
Adverse events should be reported to Medline QualityAssurance@medline.com. Medline will provide customers with a safety label to be placed on beds. Customers should contact the provider or distributor of the bed for information on removal and replacement of the bed.
Proposed CMS Rule to Implement MA and Part D Legislative Provisions
On October 16, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) announced it will publish on October 20 a proposed rule to implement aspects of the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2026 related to Medicare Advantage provider directory verification processes, pharmacy benefit manager accountability and adjusting Medicare Part D copayments for generic drugs for full-benefit dual eligibles to $0.
The proposed changes will take effect for the Calendar Year 2028 MA and Part D benefit year and comments are due on December 15. CMS also noted that it plans to publish another proposed rule on MA and Part D policy and technical changes later this fall.
CMS Updates Risk-Based Survey Procedure Guide
CMS has released an update to the Risk-Based Survey Procedure Guide. Updates include clarification on what procedures surveyors should undertake for general ombudsman concerns that are not specific to an individual resident and concerns regarding residents who have been discharged.
While this update does not impact members’ procedures, reviewing the resource will be helpful in understanding the process should an issue like this arise during a Risk-Based Survey at your organization. The updates to procedures can be found on page two of the guide, which is located in the Surveyor Resources folder in the Downloads section here.
Weekly Recaps: October 21, 2026
