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 111-8-56 - NURSING HOMES
Rule 111-8-56-.19 - Application for Permit
Current through Rules and Regulations filed through September 23, 2024
(1) The governing body shall submit to the Department an application for a permit.
(2) The application for a permit shall be made on forms provided by the Department and shall be filed at least thirty (30) days prior to the anticipated date of opening and commencement of operation of a new home.
(3) Each application shall be accompanied by a copy of the bylaws of the professional staff, a copy of the policies for operating the home and a certification from each member appointed to the professional staff that he has accepted the appointment including the name and license number of the administrator and the name and license number of the director of nursing. In homes with a professional staff of ten (10) or more physician members, only the physician members elected as officers need submit a certification as to their appointment.
(4) A plan for progressive employment of personnel to match increase bed occupancy and to assure compliance with these rules and regulations shall be submitted at the time established for the preopening inspection.
(5) Proof of ownership shall accompany the application.
(6) Proof of an active liability insurance policy or a self-insurance trust for the home's benefit for a nursing home claim.
O.C.G.A. §§ 31-2-4 et seq. and 31-7-1 et seq.
