The maximum allowable rates established in accordance with the provisions of this Article shall apply to all mental health treatment services provided in accordance with the approved county Short-Doyle plans, except when exempted by statute, unless the Director of the State Department of Mental Health approves either a waiver of the maximum allowable rates, pursuant to subdivision (c) of Section 5705.1, Welfare and Institutions Code, or a negotiated net amount or rate, pursuant to Section 5705.2, Welfare and Institutions Code.

Note: Authority cited: Sections 5705.1 and 5750, Welfare and Institutions Code. Reference: Sections 5600, 5705.1 and 5705.2, Welfare and Institutions Code.

History

1. New Article 5.5 (Sections 570-574) filed 10-1-82 as an emergency; effective upon filing (Register 82, No. 40). A Certificate of Compliance must be transmitted to OAL within 180 days or emergency language will be repealed on 3-30-83.

2. Editorial correction of History Note No. 1 (Register 83, No. 18).

3. Certificate of Compliance including amendments transmitted to OAL 3-23-83 and filed 4-27-83 (Register 83, No. 18).