Bed Hold

Definition: A facility's policy of reserving a resident's bed during a temporary absence (such as hospitalization) for a specified number of days, as required or permitted by state regulations.

In Practice

Bed hold policies vary by state and affect both resident rights and facility operations. Facilities must inform residents of their bed hold policy upon admission and before any transfer. Deficiencies related to bed holds fall under resident rights requirements.

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