No. 39930 (5-year Review): Rule R432-550. Birthing Centers

DAR File No.: 39930
Filed: 11/09/2015 03:04:50 PM

NOTICE OF REVIEW AND STATEMENT OF CONTINUATION

Concise explanation of the particular statutory provisions under which the rule is enacted and how these provisions authorize or require the rule:

Title 26, Chapter 21, is the health code that mandates the licensing of health facilities.

Summary of written comments received during and since the last five-year review of the rule from interested persons supporting or opposing the rule:

There have been written comments in regards to amending the statute and this rule so the current unlicensed birthing centers would be able to comply and become licensed. Birthing centers have a difficult time complying with the rule requirement of having either a transfer agreement with a hospital or having a physician with admitting privileges at a hospital. These providers agree the rule should be continued.

Reasoned justification for continuation of the rule, including reasons why the agency disagrees with comments in opposition to the rule, if any:

The Bureau has and will continue to work closely with the Health Facility Committee and the birthing centers in regards to amendments to the birthing center rule. This rule continues to be required by Title 26, Chapter 21, of the Health Facility Licensure and Inspection Act. The Department agrees with the need to continue the rule.

The full text of this rule may be inspected, during regular business hours, at the Division of Administrative Rules, or at:

Health
Family Health and Preparedness, Licensing
3760 S HIGHLAND DR
SALT LAKE CITY, UT 84106

Direct questions regarding this rule to:

• Joel Hoffman at the above address, by phone at 801-273-2804, by FAX at 801-274-0658, or by Internet E-mail at [e-mail]
• Carmen Richins at the above address, by phone at 801-273-2802, by FAX at 801-274-0658, or by Internet E-mail at [e-mail]

Effective:

11/09/2015

Authorized by:

Joseph Miner, Executive Director

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