Code of Massachusetts Regulations
103 CMR - DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTION
Title 103 CMR 932.00 - County Correctional Facilities - Health Care Services
Section 932.01 - Health Policy and Authority
Current through Register 1531, September 27, 2024
(1) Written policy and procedure shall provide for the delivery of health care services, including medical, dental and mental health services, under the control of a designated health authority. The health authority may be a physician, health administrator, or health agency whose responsibility is pursuant to a written agreement, contract, or job description. When the authority is other than a physician, the final medical judgement shall rest solely on a physician licensed by the Commonwealth.
(2) If a health care specialist is required, such arrangements shall be made in advance of any need, whenever possible.
(3) The county correctional facility shall require that the health authority meet with the Sheriff/facility administrator or designee at least quarterly and submit the following:
(4) The county correctional facility shall maintain a manual of health care policies and procedures specifically developed for the facility and approved by the health authority.