Mich. Admin. Code R. 325.45245

Current through Vol. 24-18, October 15, 2024
Section R. 325.45245 - Investigation by department

Rule 245.

(1) The department shall assign a qualified employee to investigate a health facility or agency for a complaint that alleges violation of state law or rule.
(2) An investigation may include, but is not limited to, all of the following:
(a) Inspection of the health facility or agency, observation of its operations, and interviews with the complainant, staff, and relevant patients with their consent.
(b) Inspection of relevant administrative records, patient records, and other documents and media maintained by the health facility or agency.
(3) The department employee may copy relevant records, documents, or media, and where applicable, allow the health facility or agency an opportunity to redact non-relevant information. The department shall maintain and protect these materials in accordance with state and federal laws, including privacy laws. All such records, documents, or media must be disposed of after the completion of the final investigation and appeal process.
(4) The department shall provide the health facility or agency with its written findings no later than 30 days after the conclusion of the investigation.

Mich. Admin. Code R. 325.45245

2020 MR 4, Eff. 2/21/2020