11 NCAC 20 .0511             INTERNAL AUDIT

Each HMO shall at least annually evaluate its quality management program to assure that it complies with this Section and the HMO's internal standards, policies, and procedures.  The effectiveness and efficiency of the program shall also be evaluated.  The results of the evaluation shall be used in continuous improvement efforts.

History Note:        Authority G.S. 58-2-40(1); 58-67-5; 58-67-10; 58-67-20; 58-67-35; 58-67-65; 58-67-140; 58-67-150;

Eff. October 1, 1996;

Pursuant to G.S. 150B-21.3A, rule is necessary without substantive public interest Eff. December 16, 2014.