75-09.1-06.1-04. Admission criteria.

Before an intensive outpatient treatment program may admit a client, the client shall:

1. Meet diagnostic criteria for a substance-related disorder of the current DSM; and

2. Meet admission criteria for ASAM level II.1 outpatient in all six ASAM dimensions and at least two of the following: a. The client has few or no symptoms of withdrawal and presents only stable physical or psychiatric conditions; b. The client expresses willingness even through coercion to attend all scheduled events; or c. The client has an environment supportive of recovery efforts or is supplied with recommendations for alternative supportive housing by the intensive outpatient treatment program.

History: Effective October 26, 2004.

General Authority: NDCC 50-06-16, 50-31

Law Implemented: NDCC 50-31