SECTION 450:23-5-7.1. Aftercare and discharge planning

(a)   Aftercare and discharge planning is to be initiated for the consumer at the earliest possible point in the crisis stabilization service delivery process. Discharge planning must be matched to the consumer's needs and address the presenting problem and any identified co-occurring disorders or issues.

(b)   The program will have designated staff with responsibility to initiate discharge planning.

(c)   Referral and linkage procedures shall be in place so staff can adequately advocate on behalf of the person served as early as possible during the stabilization treatment process to transition to lesser restrictive or alternative treatment settings, as indicated.

(d)   Compliance with 450:23-5-7.1shall be determined by a review of closed consumer records, policies and procedures, and interviews with referral contacts.

[Source: Added at 20 Ok Reg 1324, eff 7-1-03; Amended at 23 Ok Reg 1436, eff 7-1-06]