West Virginia Code of State Rules Agency 68 - Health Care Planning Commission
West Virginia Code of State Rules – Agency 68: Health Care Planning Commission
Overview:
Agency 68 of the West Virginia Code of State Rules (CSR) contains regulations promulgated by the West Virginia Health Care Planning Commission. This commission oversees the planning, approval, and regulation of health care facilities and services within the state to ensure accessibility, cost-effectiveness, and quality.
The commission’s primary role includes implementing the Certificate of Need (CON) program, which reviews proposals for new health care projects or expansions to prevent unnecessary duplication and control health care costs.
Key Functions Covered in Agency 68 Rules:
Certificate of Need (CON) Program:
Procedures for applying for a CON to construct, expand, or acquire health care facilities or services.
Criteria for approval based on need, impact on health care costs, and service accessibility (CSR §68-1).
Health Care Facility and Service Planning:
Rules governing the planning and development of hospitals, nursing homes, ambulatory surgical centers, home health agencies, and other providers.
Standards for data reporting and needs assessment.
Hearings and Appeals:
Procedures for public hearings on CON applications.
Processes for appealing commission decisions or filing objections (CSR §68-4).
Compliance and Enforcement:
Monitoring compliance with CON conditions.
Penalties for violations or operating without proper approval.
Selected Chapters in Agency 68:
| CSR Section | Title |
|---|---|
| §68-1 | Certificate of Need Procedures |
| §68-2 | Definitions and General Provisions |
| §68-3 | Application Review and Evaluation |
| §68-4 | Hearings and Appeals |
| §68-5 | Compliance and Enforcement |
Legal Authority:
Authorized under West Virginia Code Chapter 16-2D, which establishes the Health Care Planning Commission and the CON program.
Designed to ensure efficient use of health care resources and maintain balanced access across regions.
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