Residents have the right [42 U.S.C. §1396r(c)(2)(A)] to remain in the nursing facility unless:

• transfer/discharge is needed to meet the resident’s needs and facility cannot meet these needs;

• the resident’s condition has improved and no longer requires facility treatment;

• the safety of the resident or others is endangered;

• the resident failed to pay, after reasonable notice; or

• where the facility closes.

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