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IA Code § 135H.12 (2021)
2021 Iowa Code|Title IV - PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 135H - PSYCHIATRIC MEDICAL INSTITUTIONS FOR CHILDREN|Section 135H.12 - Inspections upon complaints.

135H.12 Inspections upon complaints.   1. Upon receipt of a complaint made in accordance with section 135H.11, the department shall make a preliminary review of the complaint. Unless the department concludes that the complaint is intended to harass a psychiatric institution or a licensee or is without reasonable basis, it shall within twenty working days of receipt of the complaint make or cause to be made an on-site inspection of the psychiatric institution which is the subject of the complaint. The department of inspections and appeals may refer to the department of human services any complaint received by the department if the complaint applies to rules adopted by the department of human services. The complainant shall also be notified of the name, address, and telephone number of the designated protection and advocacy agency if the alleged violation involves a facility with one or more residents with developmental disabilities or mental illness. In any case, the complainant shall be promptly informed of the result of any action taken by the department in the matter.   2. An inspection made pursuant to a complaint filed under section 135H.11 need not be limited to the matter or matters referred to in the complaint; however, the inspection shall not be a general inspection unless the complaint inspection coincides with a scheduled general inspection. Upon arrival at the psychiatric institution to be inspected, the inspector shall show identification to the person in charge of the psychiatric institution and state that an inspection is to be made, before beginning the inspection. Upon request of either the complainant or the department, the complainant or the complainant’s representative or both may be allowed the privilege of accompanying the inspector during any on-site inspection made pursuant to this section. The inspector may cancel the privilege at any time if the inspector determines that the privacy of a resident of the psychiatric institution to be inspected would be violated. The dignity of the resident shall be given first priority by the inspector and others.  89 Acts, ch 283, §13
IA Code § 135H.13 (2021)
2021 Iowa Code|Title IV - PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 135H - PSYCHIATRIC MEDICAL INSTITUTIONS FOR CHILDREN|Section 135H.13 - Information confidential.

135H.13 Information confidential.   1. The department’s final findings and the survey findings of the joint commission on the accreditation of health care organizations regarding licensure or program accreditation shall be made available to the public in a readily available form and place. Other information relating to the psychiatric institution is confidential and shall not be made available to the public except in proceedings involving licensure, a civil suit involving a resident, or an administrative action involving a resident.   2. The name of a person who files a complaint with the department shall remain confidential and is not subject to discovery, subpoena, or any other means of legal compulsion for release to a person other than an employee of the department or an agent involved in the investigation of the complaint.   3. Information regarding a resident who has received or is receiving care shall not be disclosed directly or indirectly except as authorized under section 217.30, 232.69, or 237.21.  89 Acts, ch 283, §14
IA Code § 135H.14 (2021)
2021 Iowa Code|Title IV - PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 135H - PSYCHIATRIC MEDICAL INSTITUTIONS FOR CHILDREN|Section 135H.14 - Judicial review.

135H.14 Judicial review.   Judicial review of the action of the department may be sought pursuant to the Iowa administrative procedure Act, chapter 17A. Notwithstanding the Iowa administrative procedure Act, chapter 17A, a petition for judicial review of the department’s actions under this chapter may be filed in the district court of the county in which the related psychiatric medical institution for children is located or is proposed to be located. The status of the petitioner or the licensee shall be preserved pending final disposition of the judicial review.  89 Acts, ch 283, §15; 2003 Acts, ch 44, §114
IA Code § 135H.15 (2021)
2021 Iowa Code|Title IV - PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 135H - PSYCHIATRIC MEDICAL INSTITUTIONS FOR CHILDREN|Section 135H.15 - Penalty.

135H.15 Penalty.   A person who establishes, operates, or manages a psychiatric medical institution for children without obtaining a license under this chapter commits a serious misdemeanor. Each day of continuing violation following conviction shall be considered a separate offense.  89 Acts, ch 283, §16
IA Code § 135H.16 (2021)
2021 Iowa Code|Title IV - PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 135H - PSYCHIATRIC MEDICAL INSTITUTIONS FOR CHILDREN|Section 135H.16 - Injunction.

135H.16 Injunction.   Notwithstanding the existence or pursuit of another remedy, the department may maintain an action for injunction or other process to restrain or prevent the establishment, operation, or management of a psychiatric medical institution for children without a license.  89 Acts, ch 283, §17
IA Code § 135I.1 (2021)
2021 Iowa Code|Title IV - PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 135I - SWIMMING POOLS AND SPAS|Section 135I.1 - Definitions.

135I.1 Definitions.   As used in this chapter, unless the context otherwise requires:   1. “Department” means the Iowa department of public health.   2. “Local board of health” means a city, county, or district board of health as defined in section 137.102.   3. “Spa” means a bathing facility such as a hot tub or whirlpool designed for recreational or therapeutic use.   4. “Swimming pool” means an artificial basin and its appurtenances, either constructed or operated for swimming, wading, or diving, and includes a swimming pool, wading pool, waterslide, or associated bathhouse. “Swimming pool” does not include a decorative fountain which does not serve primarily as a wading or swimming pool and the drain of which fountain is not connected to any type of suction device for removing or recirculating the water.   5. “Swimming pool or spa water heater” means an appliance designed for heating nonpotable water stored at atmospheric pressure, such as water in a swimming pool, spa, hot tub, or for similar uses.  89 Acts, ch 291, §1; 91 Acts, ch 75, §1; 92 Acts, ch 1194, §1; 2001 Acts, ch 58, §5; 2010 Acts, ch 1036, §20  Referred to in §669.14, 670.4  For provisions relating to requirement that department of public health regulate certain residential swimming pools used for private swimming lessons, see  2015 Acts, ch 138, §97, 98
IA Code § 135I.2 (2021)
2021 Iowa Code|Title IV - PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 135I - SWIMMING POOLS AND SPAS|Section 135I.2 - Applicability.

135I.2 Applicability.   This chapter applies to all swimming pools and spas owned or operated by local or state government, or commercial interests or private entities including but not limited to facilities operated by cities, counties, public or private school corporations, hotels, motels, camps, apartments, condominiums, and health or country clubs. This chapter does not apply to facilities intended for single family use or to a swimming pool or spa operated by a homeowners’ association representing seventy-two or fewer dwelling units if the association’s bylaws, which also apply to a rental agreement relative to any of the dwelling units, include an exemption from the requirements of this chapter, provide for inspection of the swimming pool or spa by an entity other than the department or local board of health, and assume any liability associated with operation of the swimming pool or spa. This chapter does not apply to a swimming pool or spa used exclusively for therapy under the direct supervision of qualified medical personnel. To avoid duplication and promote coordination of inspection activities, the department may enter into written agreements with a local board of health to provide for inspection and enforcement in accordance with this chapter.  89 Acts, ch 291, §2; 92 Acts, ch 1194, §2; 92 Acts, ch 1237, §8; 96 Acts, ch 1097, §1; 2001 Acts, ch 58, §6; 2008 Acts, ch 1058, §5  For provisions relating to requirement that department of public health regulate certain residential swimming pools used for private swimming lessons, see  2015 Acts, ch 138, §97, 98
IA Code § 135I.3 (2021)
2021 Iowa Code|Title IV - PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 135I - SWIMMING POOLS AND SPAS|Section 135I.3 - Registration required.

135I.3 Registration required.   A person shall not operate a swimming pool or spa without first having registered with the department. Registration shall be renewed annually.  89 Acts, ch 291, §3  For provisions relating to requirement that department of public health regulate certain residential swimming pools used for private swimming lessons, see  2015 Acts, ch 138, §97, 98
IA Code § 135I.4 (2021)
2021 Iowa Code|Title IV - PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 135I - SWIMMING POOLS AND SPAS|Section 135I.4 - Powers and duties.

135I.4 Powers and duties.   The department is responsible for registering and regulating the operation of swimming pools, spas, and, notwithstanding chapter 89, swimming pool or spa water heaters. The department shall conduct seminars and training sessions, and disseminate information regarding health practices, safety measures, and operating procedures required under this chapter. The department may:   1. Inspect, at the time of installation and periodically thereafter, all swimming pools and spas for the purpose of detecting and eliminating health or safety hazards.   2. Establish minimum safety and sanitation criteria for the operation and use of swimming pools and spas.   3. Establish minimum qualifications for swimming pool, spa, and waterslide operators and lifeguards. Swimming pools operated by apartments, condominiums, country clubs, neighborhoods, or manufactured home communities or mobile home parks are exempt from requirements regarding lifeguards.   4. Establish and collect fees to defray the cost of administering this chapter. It is the intent of the general assembly that fees collected under this chapter be used to defray the cost of administering this chapter. However, the portion of fees needed to defray the costs of a local board of health in implementing this chapter shall be established by the local board of health. A fee imposed for the inspection of a swimming pool or spa shall not be collected until the inspection has actually been performed.   5. Adopt rules in accordance with chapter 17A for the implementation and enforcement of this chapter and the establishment of fees.   6. Enter into agreements with a local board of health to implement the inspection and enforcement provisions of this chapter. The agreements shall provide that the fees established by the local board of health for inspection and enforcement shall be retained by the local board. However, inspection fees shall not be charged by the department for facilities which are inspected by third-party authorities. Third-party authorities shall be approved by the department. The department shall monitor and certify the inspection and enforcement programs of local boards of health and approved third-party authorities.  89 Acts, ch 291, §4; 92 Acts, ch 1194, §3; 92 Acts, ch 1237, §9; 2001 Acts, ch 153, §16; 2007 Acts, ch 159, §22  For provisions relating to requirement that department of public health regulate certain residential swimming pools used for private swimming lessons, see  2015 Acts, ch 138, §97, 98
IA Code § 135I.5 (2021)
2021 Iowa Code|Title IV - PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 135I - SWIMMING POOLS AND SPAS|Section 135I.5 - Penalty.

135I.5 Penalty.   A person who violates a provision of this chapter commits a simple misdemeanor. Each day upon which a violation occurs constitutes a separate violation.  89 Acts, ch 291, §5  For provisions relating to requirement that department of public health regulate certain residential swimming pools used for private swimming lessons, see  2015 Acts, ch 138, §97, 98
IA Code § 135I.6 (2021)
2021 Iowa Code|Title IV - PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 135I - SWIMMING POOLS AND SPAS|Section 135I.6 - Enforcement.

135I.6 Enforcement.   If the department or a local board of health acting pursuant to agreement with the department determines that a provision of this chapter or a rule adopted pursuant to this chapter has been or is being violated, the department may withhold or revoke the registration of a swimming pool or spa, or the department or the local board of health may order that a facility or item of equipment not be used, until the necessary corrective action has been taken. The department or the local board of health may request the county attorney to bring appropriate legal proceedings to enforce this chapter, including an action to enjoin violations. The attorney general may also institute appropriate legal proceedings at the request of the department. This remedy is in addition to any other legal remedy available to the department or a local board of health.  89 Acts, ch 291, §6; 92 Acts, ch 1194, §4; 92 Acts, ch 1237, §10; 2007 Acts, ch 159, §23  For provisions relating to requirement that department of public health regulate certain residential swimming pools used for private swimming lessons, see  2015 Acts, ch 138, §97, 98
IA Code § 135J.2 (2021)
2021 Iowa Code|Title IV - PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 135J - LICENSED HOSPICE PROGRAMS|Section 135J.2 - Licenses — fees — criteria.

135J.2 Licenses — fees — criteria.   A person or governmental unit, acting severally or jointly with any other person may establish, conduct, or maintain a hospice program in this state and receive a license from the department after meeting the requirements of this chapter. The application shall be on a form prescribed by the department and shall require information the department deems necessary. Nothing in this chapter shall prohibit a person or governmental unit from establishing, conducting, or maintaining a hospice program without a license. Each application for license shall be accompanied by a nonrefundable biennial license fee determined by the department.   The hospice program shall meet the criteria pursuant to section 135J.3 before a license is issued. The department of inspections and appeals is responsible to provide the necessary personnel to inspect the hospice program, the home care and inpatient care provided and the hospital or facility used by the hospice to determine if the hospice complies with necessary standards before a license is issued. Hospices that are certified as Medicare hospice providers by the department of inspections and appeals or are accredited as hospices by the joint commission on the accreditation of health care organizations, shall be licensed without inspection by the department of inspections and appeals.  84 Acts, ch 1284, §3  C85, §135.91  86 Acts, ch 1245, §1111; 90 Acts, ch 1204, §66  C91, §135J.2  98 Acts, ch 1100, §17; 2005 Acts, ch 3, §33
IA Code § 135J.3 (2021)
2021 Iowa Code|Title IV - PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 135J - LICENSED HOSPICE PROGRAMS|Section 135J.3 - Basic requirements.

135J.3 Basic requirements.   A licensed hospice program shall include:   1. A planned program of hospice care, the medical components of which shall be under the direction of a licensed physician.   2. Centrally administered, coordinated hospice core services provided in home, outpatient, or institutional settings.   3. A mechanism that assures the rights of the patient and family.   4. Palliative care provided to a hospice patient and family under the direction of a licensed physician.   5. An interdisciplinary team which develops, implements, and evaluates the hospice plan of care for the patient and family.   6. Bereavement services.   7. Accessible hospice care twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week in all settings.   8. An ongoing system of quality assurance and utilization review.  84 Acts, ch 1284, §7  C85, §135.95  90 Acts, ch 1204, §66  C91, §135J.3  Referred to in §135J.2
IA Code § 135J.4 (2021)
2021 Iowa Code|Title IV - PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 135J - LICENSED HOSPICE PROGRAMS|Section 135J.4 - Inspection.

135J.4 Inspection.   The department of inspections and appeals shall make or be responsible for inspections of the hospice program, the home care and the inpatient care provided in the hospice program, and the hospital or facility before a license is issued. The department of inspections and appeals shall inspect the hospice program periodically after initial inspection.  84 Acts, ch 1284, §6  C85, §135.94  86 Acts, ch 1245, §1112; 90 Acts, ch 1204, §66  C91, §135J.4
IA Code § 135J.5 (2021)
2021 Iowa Code|Title IV - PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 135J - LICENSED HOSPICE PROGRAMS|Section 135J.5 - Denial, suspension, or revocation of licenses.

135J.5 Denial, suspension, or revocation of licenses.   The department may deny, suspend, or revoke a license if the department determines there is failure of the program to comply with this chapter or the rules adopted under this chapter. The suspension or revocation may be appealed under chapter 17A. The department may reissue a license following a suspension or revocation after the hospice corrects the conditions upon which the suspension or revocation was based.  84 Acts, ch 1284, §4  C85, §135.92  90 Acts, ch 1204, §66  C91, §135J.5  2005 Acts, ch 3, §34
IA Code § 135J.6 (2021)
2021 Iowa Code|Title IV - PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 135J - LICENSED HOSPICE PROGRAMS|Section 135J.6 - Limitation, expiration, and renewal of licenses.

135J.6 Limitation, expiration, and renewal of licenses.   Licenses for hospice programs shall be issued only for the premises, person, hospital, or facility named in the application and are not transferable or assignable. A license, unless sooner suspended or revoked, shall expire two years after the date of issuance and shall be renewed biennially upon an application by the licensee. Application for renewal shall be made in writing to the department at least thirty days prior to the expiration of the license. The fee for a license renewal shall be determined by the department. Licensed hospice programs which have allowed their licenses to lapse through failure to make timely application for renewal shall pay an additional fee of twenty-five percent of the biennial license fee.  84 Acts, ch 1284, §5  C85, §135.93  85 Acts, ch 67, §17; 89 Acts, ch 122, §1; 90 Acts, ch 1204, §66  C91, §135J.6
IA Code § 135J.7 (2021)
2021 Iowa Code|Title IV - PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 135J - LICENSED HOSPICE PROGRAMS|Section 135J.7 - Rules.

135J.7 Rules.   Except as otherwise provided in this chapter, the department shall adopt rules pursuant to chapter 17A necessary to implement this chapter, subject to approval of the state board of health. Formulation of the rules shall include consultation with Iowa hospice organization representatives and other persons affected by this chapter.  84 Acts, ch 1284, §8  C85, §135.96  87 Acts, ch 8, §3; 90 Acts, ch 1204, §66  C91, §135J.7  2005 Acts, ch 3, §35
IA Code § 135K.1 (2021)
2021 Iowa Code|Title IV - PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 135K - BACKFLOW PREVENTION ASSEMBLY TESTERS|Section 135K.1 - Definitions.

135K.1 Definitions.   As used in this chapter, unless the context otherwise requires:   1. “Approved course” means a course covering the testing and repair of backflow prevention assemblies which has been approved by the department.   2. “Backflow prevention assembly” means a device or means to prevent backflow into the potable water system.   3. “Department” means the Iowa department of public health.   4. “Registered backflow prevention assembly tester” means a person who has successfully completed an approved course and has registered with the department.  92 Acts, ch 1204, §1
IA Code § 135K.2 (2021)
2021 Iowa Code|Title IV - PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 135K - BACKFLOW PREVENTION ASSEMBLY TESTERS|Section 135K.2 - Applicability.

135K.2 Applicability.   This chapter applies to all persons who test or repair backflow prevention assemblies.  92 Acts, ch 1204, §2
IA Code § 135K.3 (2021)
2021 Iowa Code|Title IV - PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 135K - BACKFLOW PREVENTION ASSEMBLY TESTERS|Section 135K.3 - Registration and approval required.

135K.3 Registration and approval required.   A person shall not test or repair backflow prevention assemblies without first having registered with and having been approved by the department.  92 Acts, ch 1204, §3
IA Code § 135K.4 (2021)
2021 Iowa Code|Title IV - PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 135K - BACKFLOW PREVENTION ASSEMBLY TESTERS|Section 135K.4 - Powers and duties.

135K.4 Powers and duties.   The department shall adopt rules in accordance with chapter 17A, which provide for all of the following:   1. The establishment of minimum qualifications for registered backflow prevention assembly testers.   2. The establishment of minimum standards for approved courses.   3. The establishment and collection of fees to defray the cost of administering this chapter.   4. The provision of a listing of registered backflow prevention assembly testers to local health officials.   5. The administration and enforcement of this chapter.  92 Acts, ch 1204, §4
IA Code § 135K.5 (2021)
2021 Iowa Code|Title IV - PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 135K - BACKFLOW PREVENTION ASSEMBLY TESTERS|Section 135K.5 - Penalty.

135K.5 Penalty.   A person who violates this chapter is guilty of a simple misdemeanor.  92 Acts, ch 1204, §5
IA Code § 135K.6 (2021)
2021 Iowa Code|Title IV - PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 135K - BACKFLOW PREVENTION ASSEMBLY TESTERS|Section 135K.6 - Enforcement.

135K.6 Enforcement.   1. The department shall investigate complaints regarding backflow prevention assembly testers. If the department determines that a provision of this chapter regarding the requirements for a backflow prevention assembly tester has been violated, the department may order a person not to test or repair backflow prevention assemblies or may revoke the registration of a registered backflow prevention assembly tester until the necessary corrective action has been taken.   2. The department shall investigate complaints regarding courses covering the testing and repair of backflow prevention assemblies. If the department determines that a provision of this chapter regarding approved courses has been violated, the department may revoke the approval of a course until the necessary corrective action has been taken.  92 Acts, ch 1204, §6
IA Code § 135L.1 (2021)
2021 Iowa Code|Title IV - PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 135L - NOTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS REGARDING PREGNANT MINORS|Section 135L.1 - Definitions.

135L.1 Definitions.   As used in this chapter unless the context otherwise requires:   1. “Abortion” means an abortion as defined in chapter 146.   2. “Adult” means a person eighteen years of age or older.   3. “Child-placing agency” means any agency, public, semipublic, or private, which represents itself as placing children, receiving children for placement, or actually engaging in placement of children and includes the department of human services.   4. “Court” means the juvenile court.   5. “Grandparent” means the parent of an individual who is the parent of the pregnant minor.   6. “Medical emergency” means a condition which, based upon a physician’s judgment, necessitates an abortion to avert the pregnant minor’s death, or for which a delay will create a risk of serious impairment of a major bodily function.   7. “Minor” means a person under eighteen years of age who has not been and is not married.   8. “Parent” means one parent or a legal guardian or custodian of a pregnant minor.   9. “Responsible adult” means an adult, who is not associated with an abortion provider, chosen by a pregnant minor to assist the minor in the decision-making process established in this chapter.  96 Acts, ch 1011, §1, 14; 97 Acts, ch 173, §1
IA Code § 135L.4 (2021)
2021 Iowa Code|Title IV - PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 135L - NOTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS REGARDING PREGNANT MINORS|Section 135L.4 - Prospective minor parents program advisory committee created.

135L.4 Prospective minor parents program advisory committee created. Repealed by 97 Acts, ch 203, §19.