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 111-8-37 - RULE AND REGULATIONS FOR HOSPICES
Rule 111-8-37-.22 - Medical Supplies
Universal Citation: GA Rules and Regs r 111-8-37-.22
Current through Rules and Regulations filed through September 23, 2024
The hospice must make available sufficient medical supplies and equipment for the palliative care and management of the illness or conditions directly attributable to the terminal diagnosis of terminally ill patients.
(a) If the hospice directly provides medical supplies and equipment, the hospice must:
1.Develop and implement effective policies and procedures to maintain the supplies and equipment in good working order per the manufacturers' recommendations;
2.Ensure the safe handling and storage of supplies and equipment to ensure function and cleanliness;
3.Instruct the caregiver on the use and maintenance of the equipment; and
4.Replace supplies and equipment as essential for the care of terminally ill patients.
(b) If the hospice contracts for medical supplies and equipment services, the hospice must ensure that contract agreements include requirements consistent with subparagraph (a) of this rule and must ensure that contractors adhere to such agreements.
O.C.G.A. §§ 31-7-170et seq.
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