048-14 Wyo. Code R. § 14-18

Current through April 27, 2019

Section 14-18 - Construction/Remodeling

(a) If the physical plant was a Medicare/Medicaid certified hospital within twenty-four months prior to opening as a medical assistance facility and no renovation has been done, then the physical plant will be grandfathered.

(b) If there has been:

• (i) Renovation to the physical plant; or

• (ii) The building has been closed as a Medicare/Medicaid certified hospital for more than twenty-four months; or

• (iii) The building is new construction;

• (iv) Then the building shall meet all requirements established in:
  • (A) Current edition of Section 9.6 Freestanding Emergency Facility of Guidelines for Construction of Hospitals and Medical Facilities, and
  • (B) Chapter III Construction Rules for Health Facilities.

(c) All plans and specifications for construction and/or remodeling shall be approved by the Office of Health Quality prior to construction.

048-14 Wyo. Code R. § 14-18