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42 CFR § 491.11

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42 CFR § 491.11

42 CFR § 491.11

Program evaluation.

(a)

The clinic or center carries out, or arranges for, a biennial evaluation of its total program.

(b)

The evaluation includes review of:

(1)

The utilization of clinic or center services, including at least the number of patients served and the volume of services;

(2)

A representative sample of both active and closed clinical records; and

(3)

The clinic's or center's health care policies.

(c)

The purpose of the evaluation is to determine whether:

(1)

The utilization of services was appropriate;

(2)

The established policies were followed; and

(3)

Any changes are needed.

(d)

The clinic or center staff considers the findings of the evaluation and takes corrective action if necessary.