(a) This Chapter establishes methods and standards for preadmission screening of clients and prospective clients of nursing facilities. The requirements of this Chapter apply to all clients and prospective clients, regardless of payment source.
(b) The Department may issue manuals, bulletins, or both, to interpret the provisions of this Chapter. Such manuals and bulletins shall be consistent with and reflect the policies contained in this Chapter. The provisions contained in manuals or bulletins shall be subordinate to the provisions of this Chapter.
(c) The incorporation by reference of any external standard is intended to be the incorporation of that standard as it is in effect on the effective date of this Chapter.
048-19 Wyo. Code R. § 19-2