South Carolina Code of Regulations
Chapter 61 - DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL
Subchapter 61-91 - Standards for Licensing Ambulatory Surgical Facilities
Sec2 61-91.400 - POLICIES AND PROCEDURES
Section 61-91.400.401 - General (II)
Current through Register Vol. 48, No. 9, September 27, 2024
A. The Facility shall maintain and adhere to policies and procedures addressing each section of this regulation regarding care, treatment, procedures, surgery, and/or services, patient rights, and the operation of the facility. The policies and procedures shall follow current accepted standards of medical and surgical practice to ensure services are provided in a manner which protects the health and safety of patients. The Facility shall be in full compliance with the policies and procedures.
B. The Facility shall establish a time period for review, not to exceed two (2) years, of all policies and procedures, and such reviews shall be documented. The Facility shall ensure all policies and procedures are accessible to staff at all times, either by hard copy or electronically.
