Oregon Administrative Rules
Chapter 411 - DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES, AGING AND PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES AND DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES
Division 70 - NURSING FACILITIES/MEDICAID GENERALLY AND REIMBURSEMENT
Section 411-070-0100 - Audit of Personal Incidental Funds

(1) Records Available to Department. All account records and expenditure receipts for the resident's personal incidental funds must be available in the facility for audit and inspection by representatives of the Department of Human Services.

(2) Department Audits. Audits of a provider's cost reports, financial records and other pertinent documents may be made by the Department to verify that the provider is complying with Federal regulations and State Administrative Rules regarding protection of residents' funds. Copies of the provider's records may be removed from the facility.

(3) Discrepancies. Any discrepancies in the utilization of personal incidental funds brought to the attention of the case manager will be discussed with the facility. If the discrepancy cannot be resolved, the Department will assist the resident in finding an attorney to represent them or bring the situation to the attention of the local district attorney.

(4) Abuse of Funds. Abuse of resident's personal incidental funds or failure to comply with SPD personal incidental funds policy will be considered by the Department in deciding if a provider's agreement will be continued or renewed.