15 Miss. Code. R. 16-1-1.8.10

Current through December 10, 2024

Rule 15-16-1-1.8.10

Operational Requirements/Conditions of Operation - In order for a hospice program to be considered operational, the program must:

1. Have admitted at least three patients since the last annual survey;

2. Be able to accept referrals at any time;

3. Have adequate staff to meet the needs of their current patients;

4. Have required designated staff on the premises at all times during business hours;

5. Be immediately available by telecommunications 24 hours per day. A registered nurse must answer calls from patients and other medical personnel after hours;

6. Be open for business of providing hospice services to those who need assistance.

15 Miss. Code. R. 16-1-1.8.10

Miss. Code Ann. § 41-85-7

Amended 2/11/2018

Amended 8/15/2022

Amended 8/26/2022