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WA Rev Code § 70.127.090 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 70 - Public Health and Safety|Chapter 70.127 - In-Home Services Agencies.|70.127.090 - License or renewal—Fees—Sliding scale.

RCW 70.127.090 License or renewal—Fees—Sliding scale.(1) Application and renewal fee: An application for a license or any renewal shall be accompanied by a fee as established by the department under RCW 43.70.250. The department shall adopt by rule licensure fees based on a sliding scale using such factors as the number of agency full-time equivalents, geographic area served, number of locations, or type and volume of services provided. For agencies receiving a licensure survey that requires more than two on-site surveys by the department per licensure period, an additional fee as determined by the department by rule shall be charged for each additional on-site survey. The department may set different licensure fees for each licensure category. Agencies receiving a license without necessity of an on-site survey by the department under this chapter shall pay the same licensure or transfer fee as other agencies in their licensure category.(2) Change of ownership fee: The department shall charge a reasonable fee for processing changes in ownership. The fee for transfer of ownership may not exceed fifty percent of the base licensure fee.(3) Late fee: The department may establish a late fee for failure to apply for licensure or renewal as required by this chapter.[ 2000 c 175 § 8; 1999 c 190 § 3; 1993 c 42 § 5; 1988 c 245 § 10.]NOTES:Effective date—2000 c 175: See note following RCW 70.127.010.Severability—Effective dates—1993 c 42: See notes following RCW 70.127.010.
WA Rev Code § 70.127.100 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 70 - Public Health and Safety|Chapter 70.127 - In-Home Services Agencies.|70.127.100 - Licenses—Issuance—Prerequisites—Transfer or assignment—Surveys.

RCW 70.127.100 Licenses—Issuance—Prerequisites—Transfer or assignment—Surveys.Upon receipt of an application under RCW 70.127.080 for a license and the license fee, the department shall issue a license if the applicant meets the requirements established under this chapter. A license issued under this chapter shall not be transferred or assigned without thirty days prior notice to the department and the department's approval. A license, unless suspended or revoked, is effective for a period of two years, however an initial license is only effective for twelve months. The department shall conduct a survey within each licensure period and may conduct a licensure survey after ownership transfer.[ 2000 c 175 § 9; 1993 c 42 § 6; 1988 c 245 § 11.]NOTES:Effective date—2000 c 175: See note following RCW 70.127.010.Severability—Effective dates—1993 c 42: See notes following RCW 70.127.010.
WA Rev Code § 70.127.120 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 70 - Public Health and Safety|Chapter 70.127 - In-Home Services Agencies.|70.127.120 - Rules for recordkeeping, services, staff and volunteer policies, complaints.

RCW 70.127.120 Rules for recordkeeping, services, staff and volunteer policies, complaints.The department shall adopt rules consistent with RCW 70.127.005 necessary to implement this chapter under chapter 34.05 RCW. In order to ensure safe and adequate care, the rules shall address at a minimum the following:(1) Maintenance and preservation of all records relating directly to the care and treatment of individuals by licensees;(2) Establishment and implementation of a procedure for the receipt, investigation, and disposition of complaints regarding services provided;(3) Establishment and implementation of a plan for ongoing care of individuals and preservation of records if the licensee ceases operations;(4) Supervision of services;(5) Establishment and implementation of written policies regarding response to referrals and access to services;(6) Establishment and implementation of written personnel policies, procedures and personnel records for paid staff that provide for prehire screening, minimum qualifications, regular performance evaluations, including observation in the home, participation in orientation and in-service training, and involvement in quality improvement activities. The department may not establish experience or other qualifications for agency personnel or contractors beyond that required by state law;(7) Establishment and implementation of written policies and procedures for volunteers who have direct patient/client contact and that provide for background and health screening, orientation, and supervision;(8) Establishment and implementation of written policies for obtaining regular reports on patient satisfaction;(9) Establishment and implementation of a quality improvement process;(10) Establishment and implementation of policies related to the delivery of care including:(a) Plan of care for each individual served;(b) Periodic review of the plan of care;(c) Supervision of care and clinical consultation as necessary;(d) Care consistent with the plan;(e) Admission, transfer, and discharge from care; and(f) For hospice services:(i) Availability of twenty-four hour seven days a week hospice registered nurse consultation and in-home services as appropriate;(ii) Interdisciplinary team communication as appropriate and necessary; and(iii) The use and availability of volunteers to provide family support and respite care; and(11) Establishment and implementation of policies related to agency implementation and oversight of nurse delegation as defined in RCW 18.79.260(3)(e).[ 2003 c 140 § 9; 2000 c 175 § 10; 1993 c 42 § 8; 1988 c 245 § 13.]NOTES:Effective date—2003 c 140: See note following RCW 18.79.040.Effective date—2000 c 175: See note following RCW 70.127.010.Severability—Effective dates—1993 c 42: See notes following RCW 70.127.010.
WA Rev Code § 70.127.125 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 70 - Public Health and Safety|Chapter 70.127 - In-Home Services Agencies.|70.127.125 - Interpretive guidelines for services.

RCW 70.127.125 Interpretive guidelines for services.The department is directed to continue to develop, with opportunity for comment from licensees, interpretive guidelines that are specific to each type of service and consistent with legislative intent.[ 2000 c 175 § 11; 1993 c 42 § 7.]NOTES:Effective date—2000 c 175: See note following RCW 70.127.010.Severability—Effective dates—1993 c 42: See notes following RCW 70.127.010.
WA Rev Code § 70.127.130 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 70 - Public Health and Safety|Chapter 70.127 - In-Home Services Agencies.|70.127.130 - Legend drugs and controlled substances—Rules.

RCW 70.127.130 Legend drugs and controlled substances—Rules.Licensees shall conform to the standards of RCW 69.41.030 and 69.50.308. Rules adopted by the department concerning the use of legend drugs or controlled substances shall reference and be consistent with pharmacy quality assurance commission rules.[ 2013 c 19 § 125; 1993 c 42 § 9; 1988 c 245 § 14.]NOTES:Severability—Effective dates—1993 c 42: See notes following RCW 70.127.010.
WA Rev Code § 70.127.140 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 70 - Public Health and Safety|Chapter 70.127 - In-Home Services Agencies.|70.127.140 - Bill of rights—Billing statements.

RCW 70.127.140 Bill of rights—Billing statements.(1) An in-home services agency shall provide each individual or designated representative with a written bill of rights affirming each individual's right to:(a) A listing of the in-home services offered by the in-home services agency and those being provided;(b) The name of the individual supervising the care and the manner in which that individual may be contacted;(c) A description of the process for submitting and addressing complaints;(d) Submit complaints without retaliation and to have the complaint addressed by the agency;(e) Be informed of the state complaint hotline number;(f) A statement advising the individual or representative of the right to ongoing participation in the development of the plan of care;(g) A statement providing that the individual or representative is entitled to information regarding access to the department's listing of providers and to select any licensee to provide care, subject to the individual's reimbursement mechanism or other relevant contractual obligations;(h) Be treated with courtesy, respect, privacy, and freedom from abuse and discrimination;(i) Refuse treatment or services;(j) Have property treated with respect;(k) Privacy of personal information and confidentiality of health care records;(l) Be cared for by properly trained staff with coordination of services;(m) A fully itemized billing statement upon request, including the date of each service and the charge. Licensees providing services through a managed care plan shall not be required to provide itemized billing statements; and(n) Be informed about advanced directives and the agency's responsibility to implement them.(2) An in-home services agency shall ensure rights under this section are implemented and updated as appropriate.[ 2000 c 175 § 12; 1988 c 245 § 15.]NOTES:Effective date—2000 c 175: See note following RCW 70.127.010.
WA Rev Code § 70.127.150 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 70 - Public Health and Safety|Chapter 70.127 - In-Home Services Agencies.|70.127.150 - Durable power of attorney—Prohibition for licensees, contractees, or employees.

RCW 70.127.150 Durable power of attorney—Prohibition for licensees, contractees, or employees.No licensee, contractee, or employee may hold a durable power of attorney on behalf of any individual who is receiving care from the licensee.[ 2000 c 175 § 13; 1988 c 245 § 16.]NOTES:Effective date—2000 c 175: See note following RCW 70.127.010.
WA Rev Code § 70.127.180 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 70 - Public Health and Safety|Chapter 70.127 - In-Home Services Agencies.|70.127.180 - Surveys and in-home visits—Notice of violations—Enforcement action.

RCW 70.127.180 Surveys and in-home visits—Notice of violations—Enforcement action.(1) The department may at any time conduct a survey of all records and operations of a licensee in order to determine compliance with this chapter. The department may conduct in-home visits to observe patient/client care and services. The right to conduct a survey shall extend to any premises and records of persons whom the department has reason to believe are providing home health, hospice, or home care services without a license.(2) Following a survey, the department shall give written notice of any violation of this chapter or the rules adopted under this chapter. The notice shall describe the reasons for noncompliance.(3) The licensee may be subject to formal enforcement action under RCW 70.127.170 if the department determines: (a) The licensee has previously been subject to a formal enforcement action for the same or similar type of violation of the same statute or rule, or has been given previous notice of the same or similar type of violation of the same statute or rule; (b) the licensee failed to achieve compliance with a statute, rule, or order by the date established in a previously issued notice or order; (c) the violation resulted in actual serious physical or emotional harm or immediate threat to the health, safety, welfare, or rights of one or more individuals; or (d) the violation has a potential for serious physical or emotional harm or immediate threat to the health, safety, welfare, or rights of one or more individuals.[ 2000 c 175 § 15; 1988 c 245 § 19.]NOTES:Effective date—2000 c 175: See note following RCW 70.127.010.
WA Rev Code § 70.127.190 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 70 - Public Health and Safety|Chapter 70.127 - In-Home Services Agencies.|70.127.190 - Disclosure of compliance information.

RCW 70.127.190 Disclosure of compliance information.All information received by the department through filed reports, surveys, and in-home visits conducted under this chapter shall not be disclosed publicly in any manner that would identify individuals receiving care under this chapter.[ 2000 c 175 § 16; 1988 c 245 § 20.]NOTES:Effective date—2000 c 175: See note following RCW 70.127.010.
WA Rev Code § 70.127.200 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 70 - Public Health and Safety|Chapter 70.127 - In-Home Services Agencies.|70.127.200 - Unlicensed agencies—Department may seek injunctive or other relief—Injunctive relief does not prohibit criminal or civil penalties—Fines.

RCW 70.127.200 Unlicensed agencies—Department may seek injunctive or other relief—Injunctive relief does not prohibit criminal or civil penalties—Fines.(1) Notwithstanding the existence or use of any other remedy, the department may, in the manner provided by law and upon the advice of the attorney general, who shall represent the department in the proceedings, maintain an action in the name of the state for an injunction or other process against any person to restrain or prevent the advertising, operating, maintaining, managing, or opening of a home health, hospice, hospice care center, or home care agency without an in-home services agency license under this chapter.(2) The injunction shall not relieve the person operating an in-home services agency without a license from criminal prosecution, or the imposition of a civil fine under RCW 70.127.213(2), but the remedy by injunction shall be in addition to any criminal liability or civil fine. A person that violates an injunction issued under this chapter shall pay a civil penalty, as determined by the court, of not more than twenty-five thousand dollars, which shall be deposited in the department's local fee account. For the purpose of this section, the superior court issuing any injunction shall retain jurisdiction and the cause shall be continued, and in such cases the attorney general acting in the name of the state may petition for the recovery of civil penalties. All fines, forfeitures, and penalties collected or assessed by a court because of a violation of RCW 70.127.020 shall be deposited in the department's local fee account.[ 2000 c 175 § 17; 1988 c 245 § 21.]NOTES:Effective date—2000 c 175: See note following RCW 70.127.010.
WA Rev Code § 70.127.213 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 70 - Public Health and Safety|Chapter 70.127 - In-Home Services Agencies.|70.127.213 - Unlicensed operation of an in-home services agency—Cease and desist orders—Adjudicative proceedings—Fines.

RCW 70.127.213 Unlicensed operation of an in-home services agency—Cease and desist orders—Adjudicative proceedings—Fines.(1) The department may issue a notice of intention to issue a cease and desist order to any person whom the department has reason to believe is engaged in the unlicensed operation of an in-home services agency. The person to whom the notice of intent is issued may request an adjudicative proceeding to contest the charges. The request for hearing must be filed within twenty days after service of the notice of intent to issue a cease and desist order. The failure to request a hearing constitutes a default, whereupon the department may enter a permanent cease and desist order, which may include a civil fine. All proceedings shall be conducted in accordance with chapter 34.05 RCW.(2) If the department makes a final determination that a person has engaged or is engaging in unlicensed operation of an in-home services agency, the department may issue a cease and desist order. In addition, the department may impose a civil fine in an amount not exceeding one thousand dollars for each day upon which the person engaged in unlicensed operation of an in-home services agency. The proceeds of such fines shall be deposited in the department's local fee account.(3) If the department makes a written finding of fact that the public interest will be irreparably harmed by delay in issuing an order, the department may issue a temporary cease and desist order. The person receiving a temporary cease and desist order shall be provided an opportunity for a prompt hearing. The temporary cease and desist order shall remain in effect until further order of the department. The failure to request a prompt or regularly scheduled hearing constitutes a default, whereupon the department may enter a permanent cease and desist order, which may include a civil fine.(4) Neither the issuance of a cease and desist order nor payment of a civil fine shall relieve the person so operating an in-home services agency without a license from criminal prosecution, but the remedy of a cease and desist order or civil fine shall be in addition to any criminal liability. The cease and desist order is conclusive proof of unlicensed operation and may be enforced under RCW 7.21.060. This method of enforcement of the cease and desist order or civil fine may be used in addition to, or as an alternative to, any provisions for enforcement of agency orders set out in chapter 34.05 RCW.[ 2000 c 175 § 19.]NOTES:Effective date—2000 c 175: See note following RCW 70.127.010.
WA Rev Code § 70.127.216 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 70 - Public Health and Safety|Chapter 70.127 - In-Home Services Agencies.|70.127.216 - Unlicensed operation of an in-home services agency—Consumer protection act.

RCW 70.127.216 Unlicensed operation of an in-home services agency—Consumer protection act.The legislature finds that the operation of an in-home services agency without a license in violation of this chapter is a matter vitally affecting the public interest for the purpose of applying the consumer protection act, chapter 19.86 RCW. Operation of an in-home services agency without a license in violation of this chapter is not reasonable in relation to the development and preservation of business. Such a violation is an unfair or deceptive act in trade or commerce and an unfair method of competition for the purpose of applying the consumer protection act, chapter 19.86 RCW.[ 2000 c 175 § 20.]NOTES:Effective date—2000 c 175: See note following RCW 70.127.010.
WA Rev Code § 70.127.280 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 70 - Public Health and Safety|Chapter 70.127 - In-Home Services Agencies.|70.127.280 - Hospice care centers—Applicants—Rules.

RCW 70.127.280 Hospice care centers—Applicants—Rules.(1) Applicants desiring to operate a hospice care center are subject to the following:(a) The application may only be made by a licensed hospice agency. The agency shall list which of the following service categories will be provided:(i) General inpatient care;(ii) Continuous home care;(iii) Routine home care; or(iv) Inpatient respite care;(b) A certificate of need is required under chapter 70.38 RCW;(c) A hospice agency may operate more than one hospice care center in its service area;(d) For hospice agencies that operate a hospice care center, no more than forty-nine percent of patient care days, in the aggregate on a biennial basis, may be provided in the hospice care center;(e) The maximum number of beds in a hospice care center is twenty;(f) The maximum number of individuals per room is one, unless the individual requests a roommate;(g) A hospice care center may either be owned or leased by a hospice agency. If the agency leases space, all delivery of interdisciplinary services, to include staffing and management, shall be done by the hospice agency; and(h) A hospice care center may either be freestanding or a separate portion of another building.(2) The department is authorized to develop rules to implement this section. The rules shall be specific to each hospice care center service category provided. The rules shall at least specifically address the following:(a) Adequate space for family members to visit, meet, cook, share meals, and stay overnight with patients or clients;(b) A separate external entrance, clearly identifiable to the public when part of an existing structure;(c) Construction, maintenance, and operation of a hospice care center;(d) Means to inform the public which hospice care center service categories are provided; and(e) A registered nurse present twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week for hospice care centers delivering general inpatient services.(3) Hospice agencies which as of January 1, 2000, operate the functional equivalent of a hospice care center through licensure as a hospital, under chapter 70.41 RCW, shall be exempt from the certificate of need requirement for hospice care centers if they apply for and receive a license as an in-home services agency to operate a hospice home care center by July 1, 2002.[ 2000 c 175 § 21.]NOTES:Effective date—2000 c 175: See note following RCW 70.127.010.
WA Rev Code § 70.128.007 (2021)
2021 Revised Code of Washington|Title 70 - Public Health and Safety|Chapter 70.128 - Adult Family Homes.|70.128.007 - Purpose.

RCW 70.128.007 Purpose.The purposes of this chapter are to:(1) Encourage the establishment and maintenance of adult family homes that provide a humane, safe, and residential home environment for persons with functional limitations who need personal and special care;(2) Establish standards for regulating adult family homes that adequately protect residents;(3) Encourage consumers, families, providers, and the public to become active in assuring their full participation in development of adult family homes that provide high quality and cost-effective care;(4) Provide for appropriate care of residents in adult family homes by requiring that each resident have a care plan that promotes the most appropriate level of physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being consistent with client choice; and(5) Accord each resident the right to participate in the development of the care plan and in other major decisions involving the resident and their care.[ 2001 c 319 § 5; 1995 1st sp.s. c 18 § 19; 1989 c 427 § 15.]NOTES:Conflict with federal requirements—Severability—Effective date—1995 1st sp.s. c 18: See notes following RCW 74.39A.030.