DHS 124 Hospital Administrative Code Updated - Effective July 1, 2020

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Division of Quality Assurance: Notifications & Updates

Attn: All Wisconsin Hospitals

DHS 124 Hospital Administrative Code Updated - Effective July 1, 2020

Wis. Admin. Code ch. DHS 124, Hospitals was published with an effective date of July 1, 2020. The new rule affects all hospitals licensed by the State of Wisconsin.

The updated rule includes provisions related to:

  • Waivers and variances
  • Statements of deficiency and plans of correction
  • Patient rights and responsibilities in critical access hospitals
  • Maternity and neonatal care
  • Freestanding emergency departments
  • Construction plans and fees for plan review

Questions regarding the revised rule may be sent to the Division of Quality Assurance.