La. Admin. Code tit. 48 § I-6847

Current through Register Vol. 50, No. 11, November 20, 2024

Section I-6847 - Transportation

A. If the residents condition is such that they are unable to manage their own transportation needs, the ARCP shall provide or arrange transportation for the following:

1. all medical services, including ancillary services for medically-related care;

2. scheduled personal services, including barber/beauty services;

3. scheduled personal errands; and

4. social/recreational opportunities.

B. The ARCP shall ensure and document that any vehicle used in transporting residents, whether such vehicles are operated by a staff member or any other person acting on behalf of the provider, is inspected and licensed in accordance with state law. The ARCP shall also have current commercial liability insurance.

C. When transportation services are provided by the ARCP, whether directly or by third party contract the provider shall:

1. document and ensure that drivers have a valid drivers license;

2. document and ensure that drivers have a valid chauffers license or commercial drivers license with passenger endorsement upon hire, if applicable.

D. When transportation services are provided by the ARCP, the ARCP shall:

1. ensure drivers are trained in cardio pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and first aid, and in assisting residents in accordance with the individual resident's needs;

2. obtain documentation to ensure a safe driving record from the Louisiana Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) upon hire and annually; and

3. ensure drivers meet personnel and health qualifications of other staff and receive necessary and appropriate training to ensure competence to perform duties assigned.

E. Vehicles shall be handicapped accessible or otherwise equipped to meet the needs of residents served.

F. Verifications by the ARCP shall not be required if the ARCP utilizes a third party transportation company that is authorized by the department to participate as an NEMT provider.

La. Admin. Code tit. 48, § I-6847

Promulgated by the Department of Health and Hospitals, Bureau of Health Services Financing, LR 41:1100 (June 2015), Amended by the Department of Health, Bureau of Health Services Financing, LR 471502 (10/1/2021).

AUTHORITY NOTE: Promulgated in accordance with R.S. 36:254 and R.S. 40:2166.1-2166.8.