10A NCAC 06I .0102         DESCRIPTION OF HOME CARE SERVICES

As used in this Subchapter, the following descriptions of Home Care Services shall apply for older adults:

(1)           Nursing Services, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy, and Medical Social Work shall be defined as in 10A NCAC 13J .0901.

(2)           Nutrition Care Services are offered by a licensed home care agency and provided by a licensed dietitian or nutritionist in accordance with the Dietetics and Nutrition Practice Act as defined in G.S. 90, Article 25 and in accordance with physician's signed orders.

History Note:        Authority G.S. 131E‑142; 143B‑181.1(c);

Eff. March 1, 1994;

Pursuant to G.S. 150B-21.3A, rule is necessary without substantive public interest Eff. September 6, 2016.