| (a) If a limited services rural hospital (LSRH) provides
physical therapy, occupational therapy, audiology, or speech pathology
services as outpatient services, the services shall be organized and
staffed to ensure the health and safety of patients.
(b) The organization of the services shall be appropriate
to the scope of the services offered.
(c) The director of the services shall have the necessary
knowledge, experience, and capabilities to properly supervise and
administer the services.
(d) Physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech
therapy, or audiology services, if provided, shall be provided by
staff who meet the qualifications specified by the medical staff,
consistent with state law.
(e) Services shall be furnished in accordance with
a written plan of treatment. Services to be provided shall be consistent
with applicable state laws and regulations, and in accordance with
orders of the physician, podiatrist, dentist, or other licensed practitioner
who is authorized by the medical staff to order the services. Therapy
orders shall be incorporated in the patient's medical record.
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