D.C. Mun. Regs. r. 22-A3840
Each resident shall have the right to choose his or her own medical and dental care, and shall provide for it at his or her own expense or under relevant provisions of the Social Security Act. Alternatively, each eligible resident may seek medical or dental care from a public agency at public expense in accordance with laws and regulations governing the agency.
To ensure that each resident is examined by a physician at least once a year, each MHCRF shall provide written notice to the resident and the CSA ninety (90) days in advance:
If the physical examination report has not been received thirty (30) days prior to the renewal date of the residency contract, the MHCRF shall inform the Director in writing.
The physician or other licensed healthcare professional performing the annual physical examination shall provide, at a minimum, a medical certification in accordance with § 3825.2(a), prescriptions for any medications in accordance with § 3825.2(c), and any special diet instructions in accordance with § 3825.2(d).
Each resident's permanent records shall include copies of his or her medical certifications, all physicians' orders and reports, and the physicians' recommendations for the resident's care.
If a resident is unable to make arrangements for his or her annual medical examination or any other medical or dental examination, the Residence Director or designee shall assist the resident in making arrangements for the examinations.
Each MHCRF shall maintain in the residence a list of the names and telephone numbers of each resident's physician and CSA.
If an MHC RF observes a medical condition that the resident refuses to treat, the MHCRF shall document this occurrence in the resident's file and contact the CSA to coordinate a discussion with the resident. If no contact is established with the CSA within forty-eight (48) hours, the MHCRF shall inform the Director in writing.
D.C. Mun. Regs. r. 22-A3840