Medical facility construction and modernization--PHS. Final rule.

Sections 603(b) and 1620(2) of the Public Health Service Act require the Secretary to prescribe by regulation general standards of construction, modernization, and equipment for projects assisted under Title VI and Title XVI, respectively, of the Act. Since the Title VI and Title XVI grant and loan authority have expired, there is no need to retain the standards in regulations. Projects for which applications were approved or grants awarded under Titles VI and XVI, but for which full project reimbursement has not yet been made, will be subject to continuing compliance with the "Minimum Requirements of Construction and Equipment for Hospital and Medical Facilities" as incorporated by reference in 42 CFR Parts 53 and 124 at the time of initial approval. This Rule amends Part 124 of Title 42, CFR, by removing provisions relating to minimum standards of construction, modernization, and equipment of hospitals and other medical facilities. Similar provisions in Part 53 were deleted earlier.