A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled “Public health code,” by amending section 22210 (MCL 333.22210), as amended by 2020 PA 333.
Requires hospitals seeking a certificate of need for swing bed certification, with fewer than 100 licensed beds and no uncorrected deficiencies, to be granted a certificate for an extended care services program with up to 25 licensed beds. The bill outlines conditions for these hospitals, including restrictions on charging for extended stays, admission contract requirements, medical appropriateness for patient transfers, and compliance with federal regulations. It emphasizes patient rights, such as privacy, access to records, participation in treatment planning, and being informed of services and charges. Hospitals must also provide dietary meals, allow visitors, and create a discharge plan prioritizing patient choice in a suitable and least restrictive setting. Additionally, hospitals must submit a report on the extended care services program, including patient numbers and types of care provided. The bill protects patients from discrimination or retaliation for exercising their rights and requires written acknowledgment of these rights upon admission. Violations of these provisions subject hospitals to penalties. The bill clarifies that an "Extended care services program" involves using swing beds for extended or behavioral health services, underlining the importance of obtaining a certificate of need before initiating such a program.
Co-sponsored by Sens.
Referred to the Committee on Health Policy
