10A NCAC 13H .1102. REFUND POLICIES

(a)  The refund policies must be in writing and signed by the administrator, manager or an authorized member of the non‑profit board.

(b)  A copy must be given to the resident, family or social worker at time of admission.  A copy must also be filed in the resident's record.

(c)  Personal funds of residents:

(1)           When, at the resident's request, the manager handles the personal or medical funds or both funds, the balance must be given to the resident or the person responsible for planning for his care when he leaves the home.

(2)           In case of death, when no administrator for the estate has been appointed and the personal estate is under one thousand dollars ($1,000), all of the resident's money, including any refund due, shall be paid to the clerk of superior court to be disbursed in accordance with General Statute 28A‑25.6.

(d)  When payment is made a month in advance and the resident leaves before the end of the month, the daily cost must be refunded to the resident, his nearest of kin, or his estate for days not used.  If there are unusual costs, it is recommended that the refund be based on a reasonable charge for any extra expenses incurred prior to the resident's discharge.

 

History Note:        Authority G.S. 131D‑2; 143B‑153;

Eff. January 1, 1978;

Amended Eff. July 1, 1990; February 1, 1986.