20234314, 59A-3.240 - Florida Administrative Rules, Law, Code, Register

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Notice: 20234314

Notice of Proposed Rule

Department:

AGENCY FOR HEALTH CARE ADMINISTRATION

Division:

Health Facility and Agency Licensing

Chapter:

HOSPITAL LICENSURE

Overview

RULE:

59A-3.240	Nutritional Services
59A-3.241	Pharmacy Services
59A-3.242	Laboratory, Radiology, and Respiratory Services
59A-3.243	Nursing Services
59A-3.244	Ambulatory, Obstetrical, and Special Care Units
59A-3.245	Surgical and Anesthesia Departments
59A-3.246	Licensed Programs
59A-3.247	Housekeeping Services

PURPOSE:

Existing Rule 59A-3.2085, F.A.C. is large and encompasses many different topics.  The Agency proposes to divide this rule into multiple new rules in order to improve readability. Substantive edits to the section for Licensed Programs are required due to outdated guidelines and legislation enacted per  HB 785 (2017).

SUMMARY:

The Agency proposes to divide the rule covering hospital services and departments into multiple new sections. Revisions will clarify language, amend requirements, correct references, and update guidelines. Once the new rules are adopted, the Agency plans to repeal Rule 59A-3.2085, F.A.C.

RULEMAKING AUTHORITY:

395.1055, 395.3038, 395.401, 408.036, 408.0361, FS.

LAW:

395.001, 395.1055, 395.1065, 395.3038, 395.401, 408.036, 408.0361, FS.

PRINT PUBLISH DATE:

3/29/2018 Vol. 44/62

COMMENTS:

From 3/29/2018 To 4/19/2018 (21 Days)
The public comment period for this notice has already expired.

REFERENCE MATERIALS:

No reference(s).

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