1. (a) Complete the card by entering the required patient and program information on the card.
2. (b) Determine that the patient information entered on the card is accurate and consistent with the information in the patient's records.
3. (c) Require the patient to sign the card under the direct observation of a member of the program staff. The staff member shall compare the signature with at least one other document signed by the patient to determine that the signature is valid. A valid driver's license may be used for this purpose.
4. (d) Attach to the card a full-face photograph of the patient, which provides sufficient detail for clear identification. A second full-face photograph shall be retained by the program for patient identification purposes.
5. (e) Laminate the card in clear plastic to prevent alteration.

Each program shall complete all the following steps when issuing an identification card to each patient:

Note: Authority cited: Sections 11755, 11835, 11839.3 and 11839.20, Health and Safety Code. Reference: Section 11839.22, Health and Safety Code.

History

1. Change without regulatory effect renumbering and amending parts of former section 10104 to 10245 filed 6-3-91 pursuant to section 100, title 1, California Code of Regulations (Register 91, No. 34).

2. Change without regulatory effect amending Note filed 4-19-2006 pursuant to section 100, title 1, California Code of Regulations (Register 2006, No. 16).