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Need Criterion 1: Statistical Need for Adult Psychiatric Beds
MSDH shall base statistical need for adult acute psychiatric beds on a ratio of 0.21 beds per 1,000 population aged eighteen (18) and older for 2025 in the state as a whole as projected by the Division of Health Planning and Resource Development. Table 3-6 presents the statistical need for adult psychiatric beds.
Need Criterion 2: Proposed Size of Facility/Unit
The applicant shall provide information regarding the proposed size of the facility/unit. Acute psychiatric beds for adults may be located in either freestanding or hospital-based facilities. Freestanding facilities should not be larger than sixty (60) beds. Hospital units should not be larger than thirty (30) beds. Patients treated in adult facilities and units should be eighteen (18) years of age or older.
Need Criterion 3: Staffing
The applicant shall provide documentation regarding the staffing of the facility. Staff providing treatment should be specially trained for the provision of psychiatric and psychological services. The staff should include both psychiatrists and psychologists and should provide a multi-discipline psychosocial medical approach to treatment.
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