- (1) Purpose. These rules establish the amount of earned income the Division excludes when calculating ability-to-pay for cost of care at a mental health institution. The purpose of this earned income exclusion is to reduce the disincentive to work for patients and residents.
- (2) Statutory Authority. These rules are authorized by ORS 413.042 and carry out the provisions of ORS 179.770.
Statutory/Other Authority
ORS 179.770 & 413.042
Statutes/Other Implemented
ORS 179.610 – 179.770
History
MHD 11-1985, f. & ef. 6-19-85