Establishes licensing requirements and safety standards for postsurgical recovery homes in Florida.
The bill creates the "Postsurgical Recovery Home Safety Act" to regulate postsurgical recovery homes in Florida. It mandates that these facilities must be licensed by the Agency for Health Care Administration, with inspections before and after licensing. Licensed staff must be present, and facilities must meet specific safety standards, including emergency power supplies and proper medical waste disposal. The bill also requires criminal background checks for owners and staff, proof of insurance, and written hurricane evacuation and disaster response plans.
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