S.C. Code Regs. § ch. 61, 61-78, 61-78.900

Current through Register Vol. 48, No. 10, October 25, 2024

Section 61-78.900 - ADMISSION AND RETENTION

A. Individuals seeking admission shall be identified as appropriate for the level of care, treatment, services, or assistance offered. The Hospice shall establish admission criteria that are consistently applied and comply with local, state, and federal laws and regulations.

B. The Hospice shall admit and retain only those persons whose needs can be met by the accommodations and services provided. (I)

C. Admissions and retention of patients shall be deemed appropriate based on the following considerations:

1. The person is under the care of a physician, and is certified by the physician to be terminally ill and is appropriate for services the Hospice is licensed to provide.

2. The person and/or his or her responsible party agree to accept Hospice services;

3. The person and family have a demonstrated need for physical, emotional, or spiritual care that can be adequately provided by the Hospice, as defined in Section 100.P.

4. The person is not likely to endanger himself or herself or others as determined by a physician or other authorized healthcare provider. (I)

S.C. Code Regs. ch. 61, 61-78, 61-78.900

Replaced and amended by State Register Volume 40, Issue No. 04, eff. 4/22/2016.