Code of Massachusetts Regulations
105 CMR - DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH
Title 105 CMR 164.000 - Licensure of Substance Abuse Treatment Programs
Part ONE - LICENSING AND APPROVAL PROCEDURES AND REQUIREMENTS
Substance Abuse Treatment Program Requirements: All Licensees
Section 164.076 - Aftercare
Current through Register 1531, September 27, 2024
The Licensed or Approved Provider shall establish written policies and procedures for provision of aftercare for patients or residents who are discharged, which shall include provisions for patient and resident participation in developing the aftercare plan, a method for contacting the patient or resident, and ensuring the patient's or resident's ability to continue any prescribed medications. Aftercare services shall include:
(A) Directly connecting the patient or resident to an appropriate provider to ensure a continuum of care for the patient or resident, including arrangements for further substance use disorder treatment and post-discharge counseling and other supportive services;
(B) Providing information concerning available community-based service agencies and programs, which shall include a description of services, addresses, phone numbers and the names of contact persons;
(C) Referrals, the aftercare plan and information provided to the patient or resident shall be documented in the patient's or resident's record; and
(D) If a patient or resident refuses aftercare services, the Licensed or Approved Provider shall document the refusal in the patient's or resident's record.
