Regulatory Compliance & Licensing Flashcards
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An assisted living facility's license typically must be displayed in what manner?
Answer: Posted conspicuously in a public area of the facility
Most states require the current license to be posted conspicuously where residents and visitors can see it.
What is generally required before an ALF can increase its licensed bed capacity?
Answer: Approval from the state licensing agency
Changes in licensed capacity require prior approval or license amendment from the state licensing agency.
A facility receives a statement of deficiencies after a survey. What document must it typically submit in response?
Answer: A plan of correction
Facilities must submit a plan of correction stating how and when each cited deficiency will be corrected.
Which of the following would most likely constitute operating an unlicensed assisted living facility?
Answer: Providing housing plus personal care services to unrelated adults without a license
Combining housing with personal care services for unrelated adults generally triggers ALF licensure requirements.
What typically happens to an ALF license when the facility is sold to a new owner?
Answer: The license is not transferable and the new owner must apply for a new license
ALF licenses are generally non-transferable, requiring the new owner to obtain its own license through a change-of-ownership process.
An administrator discovers a staff member's professional certification has lapsed. What is the most appropriate immediate action?
Answer: Remove the staff member from duties requiring the certification until it is renewed
Staff may not perform duties requiring an active credential, so they must be reassigned or removed from those duties until renewal.
Which agency action generally allows a facility to keep operating while alleged violations are contested?
Answer: A provisional or conditional license
A provisional or conditional license permits continued operation under increased oversight while compliance issues are resolved.