This bill amends the Code of West Virginia to allow licensed health care facilities to relocate to a new site within a distance of 10 miles from their original location without the need to obtain a new license or approval. The new legal language specifies that any health care facility, including individuals, partnerships, associations, corporations, or governmental units holding a previously issued license, can take advantage of this provision.

In addition to this new insertion, the bill also outlines various exemptions from the certificate of need process for health services, including the acquisition of medical equipment, shared health services between hospitals, and the establishment of certain health facilities. The bill aims to streamline the process for health care facilities to adapt to changing needs while maintaining regulatory oversight where necessary.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 16-2D-11