483.30 - Physician Services

F715: Physician Delegation to Dietitian/Therapist

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What this regulation requires

A resident’s attending physician may delegate the task of writing dietary orders, consistent with §483.60, to a qualified dietitian or other clinically qualified nutrition professional who is acting within the scope of practice as defined by State law; and Is under the supervision of the physician.

Source: CMS State Operations Manual, Appendix PP | 42 CFR § 483.30

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