N.J. Admin. Code § 8:43D-6.2

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 12, June 17, 2024

Section 8:43D-6.2 - Financial arrangements

(a) Concerning financial arrangements, the facility shall:

1. Upon admission, inform, in writing, the resident's parent(s) or guardian or designated responsible person of any and all fees for services, charges for supplies routinely provided or specially ordered and any price changes associated with these charges, thereafter;

2. Maintain a written record of all financial arrangements with the resident's parent(s), guardian, or designated responsible person with copies furnished to these parties, respectively;

3. Assess no additional charges, expenses, or other financial liabilities in excess of the daily, weekly, or monthly rate included in the financial admission arrangements, except:

i. Upon separate written agreement with the resident's parent(s), guardian or, designated responsible person who shall be provided with a copy of the written agreement;

ii. Upon written orders of the resident's physician, stipulating specific services not included in the admission agreement;

iii. Upon 30 days prior written notice to the resident's parent(s), guardian or the designated responsible person of any change in charges, expenses, or other financial liability that are in addition to the previously agreed upon daily, weekly, or monthly rate; or

iv. The purchase and cost of supplies are limited to the terms of the resident's/responsible person's written agreement; and

4. Provide the resident's parent(s), guardian or the designated responsible person with information regarding financial assistance available from third-party payors and/or other financial assistance programs and referral systems for resident financial assistance.

N.J. Admin. Code § 8:43D-6.2

Amended by 48 N.J.R. 2336(a), effective 11/7/2016