Code of Maryland Regulations
Title 10 - MARYLAND DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
Part 3
Subtitle 21 - MENTAL HYGIENE REGULATIONS
Chapter 10.21.07 - Therapeutic Group Homes
Section 10.21.07.07 - Collaboration with Core Service Agency (CSA)

Universal Citation: MD Code Reg 10.21.07.07

Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 26, December 27, 2024

A. If the jurisdiction in which a TGH is located is served by a CSA, the governing body shall document that the program shall:

(1) Submit the following information to the CSA:
(a) Documentation that the program budget is adequate to support the program's ability to provide authorized services;

(b) The program service plan;

(c) Data that incorporate outcome measures; and

(d) A yearly summary that, at a minimum, includes:
(i) Relevant financial statements or documentation of an audit that certifies that the TGH is fiscally sound,

(ii) Program planning and evaluation, as identified in COMAR 01.04.04.15B, and

(iii) Service utilization data;

(2) Collaborate with the CSA in:
(a) The process developed by the CSA for screening and exploring alternatives for an individual served by the TGH for whom inpatient facility admission is being initiated;

(b) The CSA's protocol for resolution of conflict between the TGH and:
(i) The child or family of a child served, and

(ii) Another program or agency; and

(c) The CSA's procedures for prevention of the appearance or occurrence of conflict of interest in the operation and oversight of the program's provision of mental health services;

(3) Contract, as necessary, with the CSA; and

(4) Make available to the CSA any medical records that are needed by the CSA for the purpose of:
(a) Assessing the quality of care; or

(b) Investigating a complaint or grievance.

B. If the jurisdiction in which a TGH is located is not served by a CSA, the chairman of the governing body shall document that the program shall submit information to and collaborate with the Administration, as required under this regulation.

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