Kentucky HB721 amends health services to implement a prescreening and admissions review system for long-term care facilities.
Kentucky HB721 amends health services to require the secretary for health and family services to implement a statewide prescreening and admissions review system for all long-term care facilities and beds. This system includes a resource means test to prevent inappropriate placement and contain costs. The cabinet must establish preadmission screening teams composed of a nurse, social worker, and physician to make determinations about the health status and care needs of individuals.
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