- (1) Common definitions in Section R432-1-3 additionally apply to a small health care facility.
- (2) "Levels of Care" means the range of programs and the physical facilities where they may be offered.
- (3) "Level I" means a skilled nursing care facility that provides at least 24-hour care and licensed nursing services to individuals who are non-ambulatory.
- (4) "Level II" means a facility that provides 24-hour care and licensed therapy or nursing care to 4-16 individuals who are non-ambulatory.
- (5) "Level III" means a facility that provides 24-hour staff coverage and licensed therapy to 4-16 individuals who are ambulatory and are under chemical or physical restraints.
- (6) "Level IV" means a facility that provides specialized program and support care to 4-16 individuals who are ambulatory and require programs of care and more supervision than provided in a residential care facility.
- (7) "Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional or QIDP" means an individual that has a bachelor's degree in human services or a related field of study, plus at least one year of experience working with people diagnosed as developmentally disabled. A registered nurse or physician also qualifies to serve as a QIDP.
KEY: health care facilities
Date of Last Change: January 22, 2024
Notice of Continuation: August 13, 2021
Authorizing, and Implemented or Interpreted Law: 26B-2-202