ARM 37.106.3230
ARM 37.106.3230. PHYSICAL CARE
Cite as Mont. Admin. R. 37.106.3230
(1) Every resident must have access to the services of at least one licensed health care professional as defined in 50-5-101, MCA.
(2) Medical, dental, psychiatric, psychological care, and counseling services will be arranged for the resident as needed.
(3) If a resident has not received a complete physical examination within a year prior to placement, within 30 days after admission the facility must arrange for a complete physical examination and annually thereafter.
(4) If a resident has not had a dental examination within a year prior to placement, the facility must arrange for the resident to have a dental examination within 90 days after admission. All necessary dental work must be completed, and checkups must be arranged for the resident at least annually.
(5) If a resident has not had an eye examination within a year prior to placement, the facility must arrange for the resident to have an eye examination within 90 days after admission. All necessary checkups must be arranged for the resident at least annually.
(6) Provisions for medical, dental, or vision care must be made by the facility staff immediately upon the licensed health care professional's recommendation with notification to the parent or legal guardian.
(7) Documentation of all required services must be in the residentโs file.