North Carolina Administrative Code (Last Updated: November 13, 2014) |
TITLE 10A. HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES |
CHAPTER 13. NC MEDICAL CARE COMMISSION |
SUBCHAPTER D. RULES FOR THE LICENSING OF NURSING HOMES |
10A NCAC 13D .2205. DISCHARGE OF PATIENTS
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(a) The facility shall ensure a medical order for discharge is obtained for all patients except when a patient leaves against medical advice or is discharged for non‑payment.
(b) The facility shall ensure discharge planning is accomplished according to each patient's needs when a discharge is anticipated.
(c) The facility shall ensure the patient or the legal representative is informed and included in the discharge planning process.
History Note: Authority G.S. 131E‑104;
Eff. January 1, 1996.