Sec. 10.21.08.08. Services for Hearing Impaired Patients Not in the Unit

A. Unless the age of a minor hearing impaired patient precludes transfer to the unit, the referring facility's treating physician shall refer the patient for evaluation to the unit at least every 60 days in order to:

(1) Reevaluate the appropriateness for the transfer to the unit; and

(2) Obtain consultation for any appropriate treatment options.

B. The facility shall provide auxiliary aids in accordance with the provisions of §504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, 29 U.S.C. §794 and its implementing regulations, 45 CFR §84.52(d), which are incorporated by reference, for the hearing impaired patient to participate in the facility's professionally developed and supervised activities, therapies, and experiences. Auxiliary aids may include but are not limited to interpreter services, notetakers, special hearing assistive devices, and telecommunication devices for the deaf (TTD).