Health & Safety Code 1336.2 (2003)

Summary:

Before a resident is transferred due to a long-term health care facility's change in license or operation status, the facility shall ensure that the following are completed: a medical assessment of the resident's condition; an assessment of the resident's social and physical functioning; and an evaluation of the resident's relocation needs. Assessments and evaluation shall be discussed with the resident and made part of the resident's medical records for transfer.

Data Origin: 
long-term health care facility
Parties Bound: 
long-term health care facility
Associated Federal Law(s): 
Uses and disclosures to carry out treatment, payment, or health care operations : Permitted uses and disclosures