Regulation .66 Relocation of Residents.

The facility shall develop and implement a written plan to provide for the smooth and orderly transfer of residents if the facility closes.

The plan for relocation shall include:

(1)

A description of how residents, families, or guardians will be notified and by whom;

(2)

Sample letters and other documents that will be used during a closure;

(3)

Procedures for notifying Medicaid and other payment sources;

(4)

Procedures for notifying the Office of Health Care Quality; and

(5)

A mechanism to ensure the safe and orderly transfer of residents that takes into account:

(a)

Roommates, medical care, religious affiliation, geographical location and payer source;

(b)

Proper assessment and identification of any special needs;

(c)

Transfer of medical information and records; and

(d)

Transfer of personal property.