PDFWAC 246-15-001

Purpose and scope.

Regulations for whistleblower protection are hereby adopted pursuant to RCW 43.70.075. The purpose of these regulations is to protect the identity of persons who communicate in good faith to the department alleging the improper quality of care by a health care facility or provider as defined in this chapter, and set forth the process the department will use in receiving, investigating and resolving complaints.
[Statutory Authority: RCW 43.70.075 and 43.70.040. WSR 97-02-013, § 246-15-001, filed 12/20/96, effective 1/20/97.]