AGING AND DISABILITY SERVICES ADMINISTRATION

July 23, 2001

AASA NH: #2001-015

SUBJECT: Mandatory Reporting Guidelines

Dear Nursing Home Administrator:

The ?Nursing Home Reporting Guidelines, Second Edition? has been revised.? Enclosed is a copy of the ?Nursing Home Reporting Guidelines, Third Edition? for your reference.?

The law has not changed, but it was necessary to rewrite the guidelines for clarity.? The new ?Third Edition? will address the questions that were raised and provide further information.

If you have any questions or comments regarding mandatory reporting contact your field manager or Chuck Foster, Program Manager, Policy and Training Unit, at (360) 725-2587.?

Sincerely,

Patricia K. Lashway, Director

Residential Care Services

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