| Updated: |
9/2/2005 |
| Description: |
Nursing facility means an establishment with permanent facilities that include inpatient beds; providing medical services, including nursing services but excluding surgical procedures; and which provides care and treatment for two or more unrelated residents. In this definition, "treatment" means complex nursing task that cannot be delegated to an unlicensed person. "Nursing Facility" shall not be construed to include facilities licensed and operated pursuant to any Oregon Revised Statute other than ORS 441.
Similar Keywords: facilities, homes, longterm care, skilled, intermediate care, assisted living, seniors citizens, elders |
| Statutes, Rules, Ordinances: |
ORS 441.600 - .695
OAR 411-085 through -089
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| Duration: |
1 year |
| Fees - application, exam, etc.: |
1-15 beds, $120.00;
16-49 beds, $175.00;
50-99 beds, $350.00;
100-199 beds, $450.00;
200 or more beds, $580.00.
When the balance in the Trusteeship Fund is less than the amount established by statute (ORS 441.277-323), a special assessment is levied against all licensees. The special assessment is prorated amoung the facilities based on the annual licensing fee, but may not exceed the amount of the annual licensing fee. |
| Responsible Agency: |
DHS - Seniors and People with Disabilities Div. |
| Fee Exemptions: |
None |
| Examination Information: |
None |
| Continuing Ed Requirements: |
None |
| Bonding Requirements: |
None |
| Insurance Requirements: |
None, Medicaid contract requires Workers Comp., general liability, auto personal liability |
| Prerequisites: |
A Certificate of Need is required for a new facility, an expanded facilty or a facility offering a new service. Applicant means each person who holds ten percent or greater incidence of ownership (5% for Medicaid or Medicare certification).
Each applicant must be;- determinded "fit" on a criminal history check,
- demonstrate required performance history,
- have an acceptable financial history,
- have experience in operating a nursing facility or employ a consultant with experience for six months, and
- demonstrate the legal right to prossess the property (OAR 411-085-0013).
If the facility is to be operated by someone other than the licensee, the same qualification and requirements apply to the operator. A totally separate federal application process is required in order to become certified to receive Medicaid or Medicare funds. |
| Renewals: |
Prerequisites
Demonstrated capability of providing care in a manner consistent with the requirements of the licensing rules (OAR 411 Chapters 85 through 89)
OAR 411-085-0000 through -0370 |
| Service Links: |
Agency Contact Information
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| Required Documentation: |
- Application (licensee and operator),
- ID of all with 10% intrest in business that provides services or supplies to NF,
- number of beds,
- floor plan,
- management agreements,
- sales agreements or contracts,
- CHC forms,
- other business ownership if relevent.
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| Additional Information: |
Facility must have full time administrator licensed by the Board of Nursing Home Examiners. |
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Agency Information
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Please refer to the Agency Website for further details and additional information.
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| Agency Name: |
DHS - Seniors and People with Disabilities Div. |
| E-mail Address: |
dhs.info@state.or.us
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| Phone: |
503-945-5944
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| Mail Address: |
DHS - Seniors and People with Disabilities
500 Summer Street NE, E-02
Salem, OR 97301
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| Website Information: |
http://www.oregon.gov/DHS/aboutdhs/structure/spd.shtml |
