Nursing Home Cannot Seek Pre-Dispute Arbitration Agreement as Condition for Admission Pursuant to federal regulations 42 CFR 483.70(n), binding arbitration agreements. (1) A facility must not enter into a pre-dispute agreement for binding arbitration with any resident or resident’s representative nor require that a resident sign an arbitration agreement as a condition of admission to […]

Pursuant to 42 CFR 483.10 (8)(iii)(g) Examination of Survey Results According to 42 CFR 483.10(8)(iii)(g). the resident has the right to— (1) Examine the results of the most recent survey of the facility conducted by Federal or State surveyors and any plan of correction in effect with respect to the facility. The facility must make […]

Right to Voice Grievances – §483.10   Resident rights. The resident has a right to voice grievances without reprisal or discrimination. 42 CFR 483.10 (8)(iii)(f) Grievances. A resident has the right to— (1) Voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal. Such grievances include those with respect to treatment which has been furnished as well as that which has not […]

Regulations to Protect Resident Funds Pursuant to 42 CFR § 483.10, the resident has a right to a dignified existence, self-determination, and communication with and access to persons and services inside and outside the facility. A facility must protect and promote the rights of each resident, including each of the following rights: (a) Exercise of […]

  There must be a written posting and description of legal rights of residents in federally regulated nursing homes.  The goal is to provide the highest quality of care practicable.  If you need an attorney to assist with answering questions about nursing home abuse and neglect contact Ken LaBore.  §483.10   Resident rights. The resident has a […]