LAC 48:I.7507. Changes/Reporting

A. Data Submission. Information requests will be sent to the clinic by various offices of DHH or its contractors. All requests must be answered promptly and must be current at time of renewal or license will not be issued. 1. Each facility shall notify DHH/HSS if facility contracts to provide services under another program such as Community Care, Kid Med, managed care, etc. 2. Failure to return requested information shall result in adverse action including, but not limited to, sanctions, and/or revocation of license. B. Notifications. The rural health clinic must notify HSS at least fifteen days prior to any operational changes. A license is non-transferable; therefore, invalid for any other location or owner except as originally issued. Any break in the operation of the facility will invalidate the license. 1. Change of Ownership. The following information must be submitted: a. certified copy of bill of sale; b. application reflecting changes; and c. letter of intent, narrative explanation of changes. 2. Change of Address(Location). Submit the following information: a. same zip code: i. letter for approval by DHH/HSS; ii. fire marshal's approval; iii. fee to re-issue license; and iv. copy of current license; b. different zip code-site approval letter in addition to above requirements. 3. Change in Services. The following information must be submitted: a. letter to file listing current services; additional/deleted services; b. copy of license; c. professional and management staffing changes; and d. use of a contract mid-level practitioner instead of the employee for any period of time greater than 30 days.