23 Miss. Code. R. 207-4.8

Current through October 31, 2024

Rule 23-207-4.8 - Assessment and Evaluation

A. The diagnostic evaluation must document the need for the PRTF level of care.

B. Diagnostic evaluations must be completed within the first fourteen (14) days of admission. The assessment process must include, but is not limited to, the following:

1. A psychiatric evaluation.

2. A psychological evaluation signed by a licensed psychologist, which must have been completed in the sixty (60) days prior to admission. If no psychological evaluation has been conducted within the last twelve (12) months, one must be completed within fourteen (14) days following PRTF admission.

3. A medical history and examination.

4. A psychosocial assessment, which includes a psychological profile, a developmental profile, a behavioral assessment, and an assessment of the potential resources of the resident's family.

5. A Child and Adolescent Needs and Strengths (CANS-MH) assessment.

6. An educational evaluation.

7. A nursing assessment.

8. A nutritional assessment, if indicated.

23 Miss. Code. R. 207-4.8

Miss. Code Ann. § 43-13-121; 42 CFR 441.155(b)(1), 441.156(b)(2)