Re: Dr. visits

[Kathy Archibald]

I have wondered about this too for skilled residents, is there not a requirement for the dr. to see the resident before signing the recerts? Kathy Archibald RN Living Center Supervisor FAX 1-208-547-2790 Voice 1-208-547-2771 email [EMAIL PROTECTED] ----- Original Message ----- From: Libby Cawthorn To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, January 06, 2004 1:54 PM Subject: RE: Dr. visits According to the Requirements for LTC Facilities 483.40 Physicians Services,  the physician must see the resident once every 30 days for the first 90 days then once every 60days thereafter. The "Watermelon Book" still comes in handy! Libby -----Original Message----- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]On Behalf Of Courtney Hunter Sent: Tuesday, January 06, 2004 1:54 PM To: aanac group Subject: Dr. visits I have a question, is there a rule on a skilled patient that says they have to see there doctor by a certain time or by a certain day or days while they are skilled?  I know the rules re: certifications and recertifications, that is not what I mean,  I am questioning Dr. visits.  Thanks!   Courtney Hunter RN