Need Criterion 1: Statistical Need for Adult Chemical Dependency Beds
MSDH shall base statistical need for adult chemical dependency beds on a ratio of 0.14 beds per 1,000 population aged eighteen (18) and older for 2025 in the state as a whole as projected by the Division of Health Planning and Resource Development. Table 3-7 presents the statistical need for adult chemical dependency beds.
Need Criterion 2: Proposed Size of Facility/Unit
The applicant shall provide information regarding the proposed size of the facility/unit. Chemical dependency treatment programs may be located in either freestanding or hospital-based facilities. Facilities should not be larger than seventy-five (75) beds, and individual units should not be larger than thirty (30) beds. The bed count also includes detoxification beds. Staff should have specialized training in the area of alcohol and substance abuse treatment, and a multi-discipline psychosocial medical treatment approach that involves family and significant others.
Need Criterion 3: Aftercare/Follow-Up Services Provided
The applicant shall describe the aftercare or follow-up services proposed for individuals leaving the chemical dependency program. Chemical dependency treatment programs should include extensive aftercare and follow-up services.
Need Criterion 4: Type of Clients to be Treated at Facility
The applicant shall specify the type of clients to be treated at the proposed facility. Freestanding chemical dependency facilities and hospital-based units should provide services to substance abusers as well as alcohol abusers.
15 Miss. Code. R. 8-90-03-306.03.03