New York Codes, Rules and Regulations
Title 10 - DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
Chapter V - Medical Facilities
Subchapter C - State Hospital Code
Article 2 - Medical Facility Construction
Part 715 - Standards Of Construction For Freestanding Ambulatory Care Facilities
Subpart 715-2 - Standards Of Construction For Freestanding Ambulatory Care Facilities After December 31, 2010
Section 715-2.3 - General requirements
Current through Register Vol. 47, No. 12, March 26, 2025
(a) Ambulatory care facilities shall include all pertinent elements described in this Subpart. When services are shared or purchased, the commissioner may approve appropriate deletions and modifications in space and equipment requirements may be made to avoid duplication. With respect to ambulatory care facilities that provide specialized services or a limited scope of services, the commissioner may, on the basis of an approved program, waive compliance with the requirements of this Subpart, provided that the granting of waiver would not adversely affect the life safety, efficiency or function of the facility.
(b) Services, facilities and equipment shall be available and accessible to the individuals with disabilities (public, staff and patients).
