Utah Admin. Code 432-152-14

Current through Bulletin 2024-23, December 1, 2024

Section R432-152-14 - Admissions, Transfers, and Discharge

(1) The licensee may only admit clients who require active treatment services.

(2)

(a) The licensee shall base its admission decision on a preliminary evaluation of the client.

(b) The preliminary evaluation may be conducted or updated by the facility or an outside source and shall determine that the facility can provide for the client's needs and that the client is likely to benefit from placement in the facility.

(c) A preliminary evaluation shall contain background information as well as current assessments of the following:

(a) functional developmental status;

(b) behavioral status;

(c) social status; and

(d) health and nutritional status.

(3) The licensee may not admit clients under the age of 22 years without express permission of the department.

(4) The licensee shall ensure client transfers and discharges shall comply with the requirements of Section R432-150-21.

(5) The licensee shall ensure each client's discharge plan of care:

(a) identifies the essential supports and services necessary for the client to successfully adjust to the new living environment;

(b) incorporates the client's preferences; and

(c) describes necessary coordination of services to meet specific client needs after discharge, to include:

(i) personal care;

(ii) physical therapy; and

(iii) access to supplies and medication.

Utah Admin. Code R432-152-14

Amended by Utah State Bulletin Number 2022-04, effective 1/31/2022

Adopted by Utah State Bulletin Number 2024-01, effective 12/19/2023