N.J. Admin. Code § 8:43-6.2

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 21, November 4, 2024

Section 8:43-6.2 - Financial arrangements

(a) The facility shall:

1. Inform residents of any and all fees for services provided and charges for supplies routinely utilized. The resident shall also be informed of costs of supplies which are specially ordered;

2. Maintain a written record of all financial arrangements with the resident and/or his or her family, guardian, or designated community agency, with copies furnished to the resident and, upon request, to the person or agency with whom the arrangements were made;

3. Assess no additional charges, expenses, or other financial liabilities in excess of the daily, weekly, or monthly rate included in the admission agreement, except:

i. Upon written approval and authority of the resident and/or his or her family, guardian, or designated community agency, who shall be given a copy of the written approval;

ii. Upon written orders of the resident's physician, stipulating specific services not included in the admission agreement; or

iii. Upon 30 days' prior written notice to the resident and/or his or her family of charges, expenses, or other financial liabilities that are in addition to the agreed daily, weekly, or monthly rate. The resident's prior written approval for additional charges shall not be required in the event of a health emergency that requires the resident to receive immediate special services or supplies; and

4. Provide the resident with information regarding financial assistance available from third-party payors and/or other payors and referral systems for residents' financial assistance.

(b) All residents who have advanced a security deposit to a facility shall have the funds deposited in an interest bearing escrow account, in accordance with 26:2H-14.5 et seq.

N.J. Admin. Code § 8:43-6.2