SB 723
Relating to clinical inpatient medical treatment centers for substance use disorder
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Bill overview
This bill establishes requirements for clinical inpatient medical treatment centers addressing substance use disorder in West Virginia. It mandates that at least 85% of patients treated at these centers must be residents of West Virginia, and that 70% of graduates transition into recovery residences. The bill also requires these centers to submit quarterly reports detailing patient residency, placement rates, length of stay, and return rates to the West Virginia Office of the Inspector General. Failure to comply could result in a revocation of the center’s license.
Key provisions
- At least 85% of patients treated must be West Virginia residents.
- 70% of graduates must be placed in recovery residences immediately after completing their program.
- Clinical inpatient medical treatment centers must submit quarterly reports to the Office of the Inspector General.
- Reports must include data on patient residency, placement rates, length of stay, and return rates.
- The Office of the Inspector General will review reports and provide a six-month improvement period for non-compliance.
- Failure to comply after the improvement period can result in license revocation.
Who is affected
- Clinical inpatient medical treatment centers for substance use disorder
- Individuals with substance use disorders in West Virginia
- Recovery residences
- West Virginia Office of the Inspector General
- Healthcare providers
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