The main substantive difference between the state legislative rule and its federal counterpart for hospices is the educational requirement related to a social worker. The state rule is more restrictive in that it requires a minimum of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited social work study and a license from the West Virginia Board of Social Work Examiners. The federal counterpart allows for degrees in other related areas of study, thereby potentially allowing for a large pool of individuals who would qualify as a “social worker.”
Hospice Licensure
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Type: Legislative RuleAgency: Health
CSR Number: 64-54
Effective Date: May 1, 2008
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Submitter Details
Name: Heather McDanielEmail: Heather.J.McDaniel@wv.gov
Phone: 304-558-5965