Current through Register Vol. 48, 12, December 27, 2024
Section 102 - DefinitionsFor the purposes of these regulations the following definitions apply:
A. Administrator. The individual designated by the licensee to have the authority and responsibility to manage the in-home care provider and is in charge of all functions and activities of the provider.B. Blood Assay for Mycobacterium tuberculosis (BAMT). A general term to refer to in vitro diagnostic tests that assess for the presence of tuberculosis (TB) infection with M. tuberculosis. This term includes, but is not limited to, interferon-gamma release assays (IGRA).C. Caregiver. Individual employed by, contracted by, referred by, or agent of the in-home care provider who provides services to clients.D. Client. A person that receives services or care from an in-home care provider licensed by the Department.E. Department. The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control.F. Repeat Violation. The recurrence of a violation cited under the same section of the regulation or statute within a thirty-six (36) month period. The time-period determinant of repeat violation status is applicable in instances when there are ownership changes.G. Responsible Party. A person who is authorized by law to make decisions on behalf of a client. This includes, but is not limited to, a court-appointed guardian, conservator, or any individual with health care or other durable power of attorney.H. Revocation of License. An action by the Department to cancel or annul a provider's license by recalling, withdrawing, or rescinding the provider's authority to operate.I. Suspension of License. An action by the Department requiring a provider to cease operations for a period of time or requiring a provider to cease admitting clients until such time as the Department rescinds the restriction.Added by State Register Volume 38, Issue No. 6, eff 6/27/2014.