Cal. Code Regs. Tit. 22, § 78309 - Basic Program Services: Speech Therapy Services

(a) Speech therapy services shall include at least the following:

(1) Initial and continuing assessment of the participant by the speech therapist in the multidisciplinary team.

(2) Notation made after each treatment specifying method of treatment and reaction of the participant. Narrative notes shall be entered in the participant's health record when indicated and shall be signed by the speech therapist.

(3) Progress notes shall be written at least quarterly in the participant's health record and signed by the speech therapist.

(b) The speech therapist shall work the number of hours necessary to meet the needs of each participant as specified in the individualized plan of care developed by the multidisciplinary team and in accordance with the staffing requirements of the Department.

(c) Equipment and supplies shall be available to implement the specified speech therapy needs of each participant.

(d) Space that is free from noise shall be provided to the extent that such conditions are within the reasonable control of the center.

Notes

Cal. Code Regs. Tit. 22, § 78309

1. Amendment of subsections(a)(2) and (3) filed 9-20-79; effective thirtieth day thereafter (Register 79, No. 38).

Note: Authority cited: Section 208(a), Health and Safety Code. Reference: Section 1580, Health and Safety Code.

1. Amendment of subsections(a)(2) and (3) filed 9-20-79; effective thirtieth day thereafter (Register 79, No. 38).