South Carolina Code of Regulations
Chapter 61 - DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL
Subchapter 61-13 - Standards for Licensing Habilitation Centers for Persons with Intellectual Disability or Persons with Related Conditions
Sec2 61-13.1000 - CLIENT CARE AND SERVICES
Section 61-13.1000.1005 - Physician Services
Current through Register Vol. 48, No. 9, September 27, 2024
A. An annual physical examination by a physician, physician assistant, or nurse practitioner shall be performed on each client in addition to preventative and general care as deemed necessary by the attending physician.
B. The attending physician shall review all prescribed medications at least once every three (3) months.
C. Physician's progress notes shall be recorded as needed and shall be consistent with the observed condition of the client.
D. Special exams or consultations. A facility shall develop written policies and procedures regarding the acceptance of unsigned radiological, laboratory, or other consultative reports requested by a physician.
E. A facility shall not, under any circumstances, restrict client, guardian, or representative choice in attending physician coverage provided the physician is licensed to practice in South Carolina and agrees to provide medical services required by facility policy and applicable regulations.
F. A facility shall have at least one (1) licensed physician available on call at all times.
