All U.S. hospitals should be prepared for the possible arrival of patients with COVID-19. All hospitals should ensure their staff are trained, equipped and capable of practices needed to: 1. Prevent the spread of COVID-19 within the facility; 2. Promptly identify and isolate patients with possible COVID-19 and inform the correct facility staff and public health authorities; 3. Care for a limited number of patients with confirmed or suspected COVID-19 as part of routine operations; 4. Potentially care for a larger number of patients in the context of an escalating outbreak while maintaining adequate care for other patients; 5. Monitor and manage any healthcare personnel that might be exposed to COVID-19; and 6. Communicate effectively within the facility and plan for appropriate external communication related to COVID-19.