N.M. Admin. Code § 8.371.2.6

Current through Register Vol. 35, No. 23, December 10, 2024

Section 8.371.2.6 - OBJECTIVE

The purpose of these regulations is to:

A. Establish professional minimum standards for ICF/MR facilities in the state of New Mexico which were formerly licensed under regulations governing long term care facilities.

B. Monitor ICF/MR facilities with these regulations through surveys to identify any areas which could be dangerous or harmful to the clients or staff.

C. Encourage the maintenance of ICF/MR facilities that provide quality services which maintain or improve the health and quality of life to the clients.

D. Expand the availability of ICF/MR programs to assure timely placement for persons who need residential services.

E. Assure integrated active treatment programs, homelike living arrangements, and consumer protections for ICF/MR clients.

F. Promote access and availability statewide.

G. Recognize specialized ICF/MR programs to serve individuals with intense needs.

N.M. Admin. Code § 8.371.2.6

Adopted by New Mexico Register, Volume XXXV, Issue 12, June 25, 2024, eff. 7/1/2024