55 Pa. Code § 5230.22

Current through Register Vol. 54, No. 44, November 2, 2024
Section 5230.22 - Documentation standards and record security, retention and disposal

A PRS agency shall ensure that an individual record meets the following standards:

(1) The record must be legible throughout.
(2) The record must identify the individual on each page.
(3) Entries shall be signed and dated by the responsible staff.
(4) The record must indicate progress at each day of service, changes in service and response to services.
(5) Updates of the record shall be signed and dated.
(6) The record is kept in a permanent, secure location.
(7) The record shall be maintained for a minimum of 4 years.
(8) Records shall be disposed of in a manner that protects confidentiality.

55 Pa. Code § 5230.22