Iowa Administrative Code
Agency 481 - Inspections and Appeals Department
Inspections Division
Chapter 63 - Residential Care Facility-three- to Five-bed Specialized License
Rule 481-63.17 - Dental Services

Universal Citation: IA Admin Code 481-63.17

Current through Register Vol. 47, No. 6, September 18, 2024

(1) The residential care facility personnel shall assist residents in obtaining annual and emergency dental services and shall arrange transportation for such services. (Ill)

(2) Dental services shall be performed only on the request of the resident, responsible party, legal representative, or primary care provider. The resident's primary care provider shall be advised of the resident's dental problems. (Ill)

(3) All dental reports or progress notes shall be included in the resident record as available. The facility shall make reasonable efforts to obtain the records following the provision of services. (Ill)

(4) Personal care staff shall assist the resident in carrying out the dentist's recommendations. (Ill)

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