10-144-118 Me. Code R. § 9.L

Current through 2024-51, December 18, 2024

Section 144-118-9.L - Speech Pathology and Audiology

9.L.1. The facility shall provide speech pathology and audiology services, as required by the Annual Plan:

a. Through direct contact between speech therapists and audiologists and the clients; and

b. Contact between speech therapists and audiologists and other personnel, such as direct service staff and teachers.

c. Which include, but are not limited to:

1. Speech evaluation, as appropriate, for each client who is unable to communicate;

2. Hearing screening as appropriate if the client has a hearing impairment;

3. Provision for procurement, maintenance, and replacement of hearing aids as specified by a qualified audiologist;

4. Sufficient space, equipment and supplies to promote efficient and effective speech pathology and audiology services.

9.L.2. The speech therapist or audiologist shall:

a. Participate in the client's IDT as appropriate;

b. Document in the client's record, the information needed for staff to implement continuing programs;

c. Record each client's response to program and progress, at least quarterly;

d. Participate in inservice training for direct service staff to whom implementation of treatment is delegated.

10-144 C.M.R. ch. 118, § 9.L