42 C.F.R. § 416.46

Current through September 30, 2024

Section 416.46 - Condition for coverage-Nursing services

The nursing services of the ASC must be directed and staffed to assure that the nursing needs of all patients are met.

(a)Standard: Organization and staffing. Patient care responsibilities must be delineated for all nursing service personnel. Nursing services must be provided in accordance with recognized standards of practice. There must be a registered nurse available for emergency treatment whenever there is a patient in the ASC.

(b) [Reserved]

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