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-.26 - Enforcement

A hospice that fails to comply with licensing requirements as contained in the Rules and Regulations for Hospices, Chapter 111-8-37 and the Rules and Regulations for General Licensing and Enforcement Requirements, Chapter 111-8-25, is subject to civil and administrative actions brought by the Department to enforce licensing requirements as provided by applicable laws and rules. Such actions will be initiated in compliance with the Georgia Administrative Procedures Act, O.C.G.A. §§ 50-13-1et seq., 31-2-8 and the Rules and Regulations for General Licensing and Enforcement Requirements, Chapter 111-8-25.

However, the Department may suspend any requirements of these rules and the enforcement of any rules when the Governor of the State of Georgia has declared a public health emergency.

O.C.G.A. §§ 31-2-8, 31-7-170et seq. and 50-13-1 et seq.