15 Miss. Code. R. 16-1-40.22.5
Current through December 10, 2024
Electroconvulsive therapy or other forms of convulsive therapy shall not be administered to children or adolescents unless, prior to the initiation of treatment, two (2) qualified psychiatrists who have training or experience in the treatment of children and adolescents and who are not affiliated with the treating program have examined the patient, have consulted with the responsible psychiatrist, and have written and signed reports in the patient's record that concur with the decision to administer such therapy. The record of patients under the age of thirteen (13) shall contain documentation that such examinations and consultations were carried out by qualified child psychiatrists.
15 Miss. Code. R. 16-1-40.22.5