Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia
Department 111 - RULES OF DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY HEALTH
Chapter 111-8 - HEALTHCARE FACILITY REGULATION
Subject 111-8-1 - RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR ADULT DAY CENTERS
Rule 111-8-1-.15 - Admission

Universal Citation: GA Rules and Regs r 111-8-1-.15

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through September 23, 2024

(1) Admission. Each adult day center shall admit individuals based on the center's comprehensive description of the types of services to be provided by the center and shall only admit individuals for whom the center can meet the participant's needs.

(2) Prior to the provision of services, the Director or his/her designee shall have at least one in-person interview with the applicant and/or representative to assess the applicant's needs and suitability of the program and shall obtain the following:

(a) A statement indicating any contraindications or limitations to the individual's participation in center activities;

(b) Evidence that the participant is free of active tuberculosis based upon the results of a negative tuberculin skin test or chest x-ray within 12 months prior to admission;

(c) A signed participant agreement;

(d) Any other information as required for the participant's care.

(3) The Director or his/her designee shall search the National Sex Offender Registry website maintained through the Department of Justice and draft any resulting safety plan for participants, staff and visitors.

(4) In addition to the above, centers that provide assistance with or administration of medications shall obtain documentation of the participant's over the counter and prescription medications.

(5) Adult Day Health Centers. In addition to the above, adult day health centers shall obtain documentation of the following:

(a) A medical examination report signed by a physician, nurse practitioner or physician assistant, completed within six months prior to admission that includes recommendations for care, diet, and medical, nursing, health or supportive services which may be needed; and

(b) Physician's orders for any therapies, when applicable.

(6) At admission the center shall ensure that the participant and representative receive a copy of the following:

(a) The center's pertinent policies and procedures required to be provided in the participant agreement; and

(b) Participant's rights information.

(7) Participant Agreement. Upon admission to the center, staff shall complete and the participant or their representative shall sign a written agreement. The agreement shall include the following:

(a) A disclosure statement that describes the center's range of care and services;

(b) Specific services to be provided to the participant by the center;

(c) A current statement of all fees and daily, weekly or monthly charges and any additional fees for specific services, goods, or incidental supplies that are not included in the daily charge;

(d) Days and hours of participant attendance not to exceed 14 hours in a 24 hour period;

(e) Arrangements for reimbursement and payment;

(f) Identification of and authorization for third party payors, if applicable;

(g) Any non-financial obligations of the participant and his/her family, such as a commitment by the participant to attend the center a specified number of days per week;

(h) Admission and discharge criteria;

(i) The center's refund policy;

(j) Schedule of holidays when the center is closed; and

(k) Announcement procedures for unexpected closing of the center due to disaster or severe weather.

O.C.G.A. § 49-6-81.

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