483.15 - Admission, Transfer, and Discharge

F628: Transfer and Discharge Process

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What this regulation requires

An immediate transfer or discharge is required by the resident’s urgent medical needs, under paragraph (c)(1)(i)(A) of this section; or a resident has not resided in the facility for 30 days. Contents of the notice.

Source: CMS State Operations Manual, Appendix PP | 42 CFR § 483.15

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