Idaho Administrative Code
Title IDAPA 16 - Health and Welfare, Department of
Rule 16.03.02 - SKILLED NURSING FACILITIES
Section 16.03.02.154 - PHYSICIAN SERVICES
Current through August 31, 2023
The following standards must be met: (3-17-22)
01. Physician Supervision. That each resident is under the direct and continuing supervision of a physician of their own choice licensed by the Idaho Board of Medicine. (3-17-22)
02. Necessary Medical Information. That the physician provides the facility with medical information necessary to care for the resident that includes at least a current history and physical or medical findings completed made no longer than five (5) days prior to admission or within forty-eight (48) hours after admission. The information includes diagnosis, medical findings, activity limitations, and rehabilitation potential. (3-17-22)
03. Physician's Plan of Care. That a physician's plan of care is provided to the facility upon admission of the resident that reflects medication orders, treatments, diet orders, activity level approved, and any other directives to the facility for the care of the resident. (3-17-22)
04. Plan of Care Review. That the physician's plan of care for the resident is reviewed by the physician as follows: (3-17-22)