Md. Code Regs. 10.07.21.17

Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 22, November 1, 2024

Section 10.07.21.17 - Emergency Services

A. The hospice care program shall ensure that emergency services are available 24 hours per day, 7 days a week.

B. Emergency services are to include, at a minimum:

(1) Registered nurse and physician services;

(2) Palliative medications; and

(3) Other services, equipment, and supplies necessary to meet the patient's immediate needs as directed by the patient's plan of care.

Md. Code Regs. 10.07.21.17

Regulations .17 adopted effective August 10, 1998 (25:16 Md. R. 1274)