The purpose of this rule is to promote public health and welfare through establishment of a specialty hospital category for rural hospitals. The intent is to allow rural communities to preserve access to primary care and emergency health care services, provide health care services that meet community needs, and help assure the financial viability of program participants through improved reimbursement and operating requirements. This rule sets standards for the operation of a Rural Emergency Hospital.

KEY: health care facilities

Date of Last Change: July 6, 2023

Authorizing, and Implemented or Interpreted Law: 26B-2-202