483.10 - Resident Rights

F563: Right to Receive/Deny Visitors

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What this regulation requires

The resident has a right to receive visitors of his or her choosing at the time of his or her choosing, subject to the resident’s right to deny visitation when applicable, and in a manner that does not impose on the rights of another resident.

Source: CMS State Operations Manual, Appendix PP | 42 CFR § 483.10

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