(1) The replacement of equipment by health care facilities shall be exempt from certificate of need review provided:
- (a) such replacement does not change the purpose, use or application of the equipment;
- (b) the existing equipment is taken out of service;
- (c) the replacement equipment does not enable the health care facility to expand its health services;
- (d) the replacement equipment does not enable the health care facility to provide any health services not previously provided on a regular basis;
- (e) the Executive Director approves the exemption after receipt of the proper application as indicated below.
Statutory Authority: Code of Ala. 1975, §22-21-265(b).