This substitute modifies the law relating to protection of the elderly. Current law requires only substantiated reports to be referred. The division may require corrective action for up to one year regardless of whether the deficiency or violation is corrected. Medicaid payments for newly admitted residents within 45 days of admission. This bill modifies the law relating to protection of the elderly.
Current law requires only substantiated reports to be referred.
Supporters say that the bill fosters coordination between the Division of Aging and law enforcement, promotes home health care, and emphasizes quality of patient care in facility and home care settings. There was no opposition voiced to the committee. Current law requires only substantiated reports to be referred.