Repealed 7/1/2023)
Repealed 7/1/2023
26B-2-309. Assisted living facility transfers.
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After the ombudsman receives a notice described in Subsection 26B-2-237(2)(b), the ombudsman shall:
Terms Used In Utah Code 26B-2-309
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review the notice; and |
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contact the resident or the resident’s responsible person to conduct a voluntary interview. |
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| (2) |
The voluntary interview described in Subsection (1)(b) shall:
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provide the resident with information about the services available through the ombudsman; |
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confirm the details in the notice described in Subsection 26B-2-237(2)(b), including:
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the name of the resident; |
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the reason for the transfer or discharge; |
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the date of the transfer or discharge; and |
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a description of the resident’s next living arrangement; and |
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provide the resident an opportunity to discuss any concerns or complaints the resident may have regarding:
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the resident’s treatment at the assisted living facility; and |
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whether the assisted living facility treated the resident fairly when the assisted living facility transferred or discharged the resident. |
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On or before November 1 of each year, the ombudsman shall provide a report to the Health and Human Services Interim Committee regarding:
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the reasons why assisted living facilities are transferring residents; |
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where residents are going upon transfer or discharge; and |
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the type and prevalence of complaints that the ombudsman receives regarding assisted living facilities, including complaints about the process or reasons for a transfer or discharge. |
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Amended by Chapter 268, 2023 General Session
Renumbered and Amended by Chapter 305, 2023 General Session
