24 Miss. Code. R. 2-45.3 - In-Home Nursing Respite

A. The standards in Rule 45.1 also apply (Except Rule 45.1.I).

B. In-Home Nursing Respite is provided by a RN or LPN. The nurse must provide nursing services in accordance with the Mississippi Nursing Practice Act and other applicable laws and regulations.

C. In-Home Nursing Respite is provided for people who require skilled nursing services, as prescribed by a physician, in the absence of the primary caregiver. The need for administration of medications alone is not a justification for receiving In-Home Nursing Respite Services. (Refer to Rule 13.7).

D. Prior to approval for In-Home Nursing Respite, Support Coordination must submit a statement from their physician/nurse practitioner stating:

1. The treatment(s) and/or procedure(s) the person needs in order to justify the need for a nurse in the absence of the primary caregiver;

2. The amount of time needed to administer the treatment(s) and/or procedure(s); and

3. How long the treatment(s) and/or procedure(s) are expected to continue.

E. A person cannot receive In-Home Nursing Respite if they qualify to receive Private Duty Nursing through Early Periodic Screening Diagnostic and Treatment (EPSDT).

F. In-Home Nursing Respite cannot be provided by family members.

Notes

24 Miss. Code. R. 2-45.3

Miss. Code Ann. § 41-4-7

Adopted 7/1/2016 Amended 9/1/2020 Amended 11/1/2024