Each patient admitted as an inpatient to a mental health facility must have an individualized discharge plan developed within 10 days after admission. The discharge plan must be updated as necessary. Each individualized discharge plan must contain:

1. (1) an anticipated discharge date;
2. (2) criteria for discharge;
3. (3) identification of the facility staff member responsible for discharge planning;
4. (4) identification of the community-based agency or individual who is assisting in arranging postdischarge services;
5. (5) referrals for financial assistance needed by the patient upon discharge; and
6. (6) other information necessary to ensure an appropriate discharge and adequate postdischarge services.

History: En. Sec. 3, Ch. 293, L. 1993; amd. Sec. 5, Ch. 247, L. 1999.