Section R432-101-25 - Outpatient Emergency Psychiatric Services(1)(a) If the hospital offers outpatient emergency psychiatric services, the service shall be organized as a service specifically designated for this purpose and under the direction of the medical director or designee.(b) The licensee shall ensure services are available 24 hours a day to individuals presenting themselves for assistance.(c) If the licensee does not offer emergency outpatient psychiatric services, the licensee shall have a written plan for referral of persons making inquiry regarding such services or presenting themselves for assistance.(2) The licensee shall ensure the outpatient service is supported by policies and procedures including admission and treatment procedures, and medical and psychiatric reference materials.(3) The licensee shall ensure involuntary detention of an individual is according to applicable hospital policy and in compliance with Sections 26B-5-3 through 26B-5-5.Utah Admin. Code R432-101-25
Amended by Utah State Bulletin Number 2023-22, effective 11/1/2023