483.60 - Food and Nutrition Services

F806: Resident Allergies, Preferences and Substitutes

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What this regulation requires

Each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences appealing options of similar nutritive value to residents who choose not to eat food that is initially served or who request a different meal choice.

Source: CMS State Operations Manual, Appendix PP | 42 CFR § 483.60

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