Idaho Admin. Code r. 16.03.19.261

Current through September 2, 2024

Section 16.03.19.261 - DISCHARGE OR TRANSFER

01.Termination of Admission Agreement. The admission agreement must only be terminated under the following conditions:

a. The provider or the resident, or the resident's representative, if applicable, provides the other party at least thirty (30) calendar days' prior written notice; or

b. A three (3) day written notice may be given by the provider to the resident or the resident's representative, if applicable, when any of the following occur, subject to the appeal process under Subsection 260.04.n. of these rules:

i. Nonpayment of the resident's bill identified in Subsection 260.04.l. of these rules;

ii. The resident violates any written conditions of the admission agreement (e.g., no smoking, no pets, etc.); or

iii. The resident engages in the unlawful delivery, production, or use of a controlled substance on the premises of the home.

02.Emergency Temporary Placement. The admission agreement will remain in force and effect, excluding the provider's responsibility for care and the charge to the resident for such care under Subsection 260.04.l. of these rules, while the resident is temporarily transferred from the home to another care setting on an emergency basis unless either party terminates the agreement under Subsection 261.01 of this rule. An emergency temporary placement must only occur when:

a. The resident's mental or physical condition deteriorates to a level requiring evaluation or services that cannot be met by the provider or reasonably accommodated by the home; or

b. Emergency conditions require such transfer to protect the resident, other residents, the provider, or other individuals living in the home from harm.

03.Return of Resident's Possessions. The provider must document the return of the resident's personal possessions to the resident or resident's representative as arranged in the admission agreement according to Subsection 260.04.e. of these rules, and must:

a. Return immediately upon discharge:

i. All personal funds belonging to the resident; and

ii. Any medication, supplement, or treatment belonging to the resident;

b. Return within three (3) business days:

i. If the provider was deemed to be managing the resident's funds under Subsection 275.02 of these rules, a copy of the final accounting of the resident's funds;

ii. All belongings listed on the resident's belongings inventory; and

iii. Any other items belonging solely to the resident, including personal documents.

Idaho Admin. Code r. 16.03.19.261

Effective March 28, 2023