S.C. Code Regs. § § 61-78.200.201

Current through Register Vol. 48, No. 10, October 25, 2024

Section 61-78.200.201 - Scope of Licensure

A. No person, private or public organization, political subdivision, or governmental agency may establish, conduct, or maintain a Hospice or Hospice Facility, or represent itself as a Hospice or Hospice Facility without first obtaining a license from the Department.

B. A license is effective for the twelve (12) month period following the date of issue and must prescribe by county the geographic area authorized to be served.

C. For a Hospice Facility, the license certificate shall specify the facility's address and number of beds authorized by a Certificate of Need issued by the Department.

D. Notwithstanding common ownership of multiple facilities, Hospice Facility buildings not located on the same adjoining or contiguous property requires an additional license per location. Roads or local streets, except limited access, such as interstate highways, shall not be considered as dividing otherwise adjoining or contiguous property.

E. A Hospice Facility shall include a posted license in a conspicuous place in a public area within the Hospice Facility. For multiple buildings on the same or adjoining grounds, the licensee shall post a copy of the license in a conspicuous place in a public area in each building.

F. A person, private or public organization, political subdivision, or governmental agency conducting or maintaining a Hospice or Hospice Facility without a Department-issued license shall cease operation immediately and ensure the safety, health, and well-being of the patients. (I)

S.C. Code Regs. § 61-78.200.201

Replaced and amended by State Register Volume 40, Issue No. 04, eff. 4/22/2016.