The assurance of continuity of care is a joint responsibility of the Division and the area authority serving the continuity of care client. Procedural implementation of continuity of care shall be consistent with the annual plan and budget of the area authority and procedures and regulations of the Division, including, but need not be limited to:

1. (1) "Rules for Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities and Substance Abuse Facilities and Services" as codified in 10A NCAC 27G (division publication APSM 30‑1); and
2. (2) the Division's accounting rules as codified in 10A NCAC 27A Sections .0100 and .0200 and 10A NCAC 27A .0221 (division publication APSM 75‑1).

History Note: Authority G.S. 122C‑63; 122C‑132; 122C‑143; 122C‑147; 143B‑147;
Eff. October 1, 1983;
Amended Eff. May 1, 1990;
Pursuant to G.S. 150B-21.3A, rule is necessary without substantive public interest Eff. March 26, 2017.