Code of Massachusetts Regulations
105 CMR - DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH
Title 105 CMR 153.000 - LICENSURE PROCEDURE AND SUITABILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR LONG-TERM CARE FACILITIES
Section 153.017 - Resident Notification

Universal Citation: 105 MA Code of Regs 105.153

Current through Register 1531, September 27, 2024

(A) Whenever the Department initiates an action to deny or revoke a license pursuant to 105 CMR 153.000, the Department shall require the current owner or licensee to immediately provide notice in writing to each resident or the resident's legal representative that:

(1) an action to deny or revoke the facility's license has been initiated;

(2) explains the basis for the action;

(3) suggests the general timetable for the enforcement process and possible relocation; and

(4) confirms that a second notice will be transmitted if resident relocation is imminent.

(B) Whenever it appears likely that a license denial or revocation action commenced pursuant to 105 CMR 153.000 will result in the imminent relocation of residents, the Department shall require the current owner or licensee to immediately provide notice in writing to each resident or the resident's legal representative of:

(1) the status of the enforcement action;

(2) the timetable and procedures for the relocation process; and

(3) the facility representative to contact with respect to the relocation process.

(C) Whenever the Department initiates an action to summarily suspend a license, the Department shall afford residents or their legal representatives notification of relocation if, and to the extent that, circumstances allow.

(D) In those cases where a resident is not competent to understand the notices, the facility shall immediately notify the resident's legal representative.

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