Section 7 AAC 12.325 - Governing bodyA hospice agency must have a governing body that assumes full legal responsibility for determining, implementing, and monitoring the policies that govern operation of the hospice. In addition to meeting the applicable requirements of 7 AAC 12.630, the governing body shall
(1) adopt, and revise as necessary, written bylaws that provide for the (A) election or appointment of officers and committees;(B) appointment of a local advisory board of individuals who reside in the service area, if the governing body is outside the state; and(C) establishment of the frequency of meetings;(2) establish a written mission statement that is consistent with hospice philosophy;(3) designate as program director an individual who meets the requirements of 7 AAC 12.329(b);(4) provide for systematic and effective communication between the community, governing body, and the program director of the hospice agency;(5) ensure that services provided are consistent with hospice philosophy and the requirements of this chapter; and(6) provide sufficient staff, supplies, and equipment to meet client needs.Eff. 5/24/2007, Register 182Authority:AS 47.32.010
AS 47.32.030