R432-151-11. Admission

(1) This section shall apply in addition to R432-150-13. (2) Admission shall be determined by treatment program criteria and the needs of the residents. (a) Admission criteria shall be clearly stated in writing in facility policies. (b) Acceptance of a resident for treatment shall be based on the following: (i) The resident requires treatment appropriate to the environmental restrictions and level of care provided by the facility; (ii) The treatment required is appropriately provided within the program; (iii) Alternative placement for less intensive care or less restrictive environment is not available. (c) Admitting personnel will inform applicants during the intake process about the following: (i) Services that are available; (ii) Activities and goals of the treatment program; (iii) Information shall be obtained during the intake process to facilitate development of a preliminary resident care plan.