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Notice: 7004193

Notice of Proposed Rule

Department:

DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN AND FAMILIES

Division:

Substance Abuse Program

Chapter:

Substance Abuse and Mental Health - Managing Entities

Overview

RULE:

65D-31.001	Applicability
65D-31.002	Definitions
65D-31.003	Managing Entity Qualifications
65D-31.004	Functions of Managing Entities
65D-31.005	Managing Entity Policies Requiring Departmental Approval
65D-31.006	Department’s Responsibilities

PURPOSE:

The purpose of this chapter is to implement the provisions of Section 394.9082, F.S., by setting forth uniform standards and procedures for the qualifications, essential functions and operation of behavioral managing entities with regard to the development of an integrated community-based system of care.

SUMMARY:

This rule addresses the management of the delivery of behavioral health services to persons who have mental health or substance abuse disorders. Areas addressed include development and oversight of comprehensive provider networks, uniform behavioral health services standards, continuous quality improvement and cost effective treatment to prevent unnecessary expenditures.

RULEMAKING AUTHORITY:

394.9082(10) FS.

LAW:

394.9082 FS.

PRINT PUBLISH DATE:

4/10/2009 Vol. 35/14

COMMENTS:

From 4/10/2009 To 5/1/2009 (21 Days)
The public comment period for this notice has already expired.

REFERENCE MATERIALS:

No reference(s).

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