15 Miss. Code. R. 16-1-4.16.1

Current through September 18, 2024
Rule 15-16-1-4.16.1 - Medical Evaluation
1. Each person admitted to a licensed facility shall have admission orders and a health and physical examination prescribed by a licensed physician or certified nurse practitioner/physician assistant within thirty (30) days prior to admission.

The examination, which shall be reviewed by the Medical Director, shall include, at a minimum:

a. Review of physical health, psycho-social status, cognitive status, and determination of services necessary to meet those needs;
b. A summary of the client's health needs, if any, including medication, treatment and special diet orders;
2. An annual health and physical update by a physician and/or nurse practitioner/physician assistant shall be completed.

15 Miss. Code. R. 16-1-4.16.1

Miss. Code Ann. § 41-75-13
Adopted 8/16/2017