§ 416.46 - Condition for coverage - Nursing services.  


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  • § 416.46 Condition for coverage - Nursing services.

    The nursing services of the ASC must be directed and staffed to assure that the nursing needs of all patients are met.

    (a) Standard: Organization and staffing. Patient care responsibilities must be delineated for all nursing service personnel. Nursing services must be provided in accordance with recognized standards of practice. There must be a registered nurse available for emergency treatment whenever there is a patient in the ASC.

    (b) [Reserved]