Code of Massachusetts Regulations
105 CMR - DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH
Title 105 CMR 130.000 - Hospital Licensure
Subpart D - SUPPLEMENTARY STANDARDS: PARTICULAR SERVICES
Section 130.730 - Requirements for Uncomplicated Pediatric Services (Level I)

Universal Citation: 105 CMR 130.000 MA Code of Regs 130.730

Current through Register 1531, September 27, 2024

Uncomplicated pediatric services (Level I) must meet the following requirements in addition to those listed in 105 CMR 130.720:

(A) A physician with pediatric experience shall be designated as the Chief of Pediatrics. The Chief of Pediatrics or the Chief's designee shall be on call at all times for the care of pediatric patients.

(B) A registered nurse with clinical pediatric experience must be on duty 24 hours a day for the direct supervision of pediatric nursing care.

(C) There must be specific beds within an adult care unit designated for pediatric patients. These beds and other equipment must be adaptable for pediatric patients younger than 15 years old. The area must be equipped with bathroom facilities for the exclusive use of pediatric patients.

(D) Social services for pediatric patients shall be available in-hospital or through consultant arrangements and families of pediatric patients must be made aware of social services offered.

(E) At a minimum, consultant arrangements shall be made for the provision of physical and occupational therapy for pediatric patients.

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