OAR 333-700-0017: Application Review

(1) In reviewing an application for an outpatient renal dialysis facility the Division shall: (a) Verify compliance with the applicable sections of ORS Chapters 441 and 442, and OAR chapter 333, division 700; (b) Conduct an on-site licensing survey; and (c) Conduct an on-site certification survey and verify compliance with the Conditions for Coverage if the applicant has requested Medicare and Medicaid certification. (2) In determining whether to license an outpatient renal dialysis facility, the Division shall only consider factors relating to the health and safety of individuals to be cared for at the facility and the ability of the operator of the facility to safely operate the facility. The Division shall not consider whether the facility is or shall be a governmental, charitable or other nonprofit institution or whether it is or shall be an institution for profit.