(a) To supplement the core services required in § 11.123 (relating to core services), centers should consider providing the following additional services:
(1) Dentistry. The dentist:
- (i) Provides basic dental services, including examination and, as necessary, oral prophylaxis and emergency dental care to relieve pain and infection.
- (ii) Develops and implements written dental services and oral hygiene policies and procedures.
(2) Laboratory, radiological and diagnostic services.
- (i) The center establishes written policies to ensure that laboratory, radiological and diagnostic services are provided as ordered by a physician.
- (ii) The findings of these services are reported in writing to the physician ordering the services. The center should also keep a record of findings.
(3) Pharmacy. A pharmacist:
- (i) Assists in the development and review of written policies and procedures regarding medication storage, distribution, recording and disposal in the center.
- (ii) Monitors at least quarterly the implementation of policies and procedures related to medication at the center.
- (iii) Furnishes the administrator periodically with a written report on the status of medication-related services.
(4) Psychiatric or psychological services.
(i) The psychiatrist, psychologist, licensed clinical social worker or psychiatric nurse clinician:
- (A) Provides assessments and reassessments when indicated by the plan of care.
- (B) Acts as liaison with family members and referral sources that may yield information for psychiatric or psychological treatment.
- (C) Provides group counseling and techniques as indicated by client need.
- (D) Provides consultation to staff persons regarding behavioral management, motivation strategies and management of stressful situations such as the death of a client.
- (E) Supervises implementation of a treatment plan.
- (ii) Consultant services are indicated when the assessment indicates apparent mental, emotional or behavioral problems that need further assessment/treatment.
(5) Podiatry. A podiatrist provides:
- (i) Examination, diagnosis and treatment when indicated by the plan of care.
- (ii) Consultation to center staff persons about foot care.
(6) Ophthalmology/optometry. An ophthalmologist or optometrist provides:
- (i) Vision testing and eye examinations.
- (ii) Prescription of appropriate treatment or vision aids, or both.
- (iii) Consultation with the center staff regarding techniques for working with clients with visual impairments.
(7) Audiology. An audiologist provides:
- (i) An audiological evaluation.
- (ii) Prescription of appropriate treatment such as a hearing aid.
- (iii) Consultation with the center staff persons regarding techniques for working with clients with visual impairments.
- (8) Other. Other services offered in the center shall meet applicable State and local requirements and professional standards. These services may include, for example, those of a licensed cosmetologist or barber.