| Description | This regulation protects the rights of all patients of psychiatric hospitals and facilities licensed by the Department of Mental Health, Mental Retardation and Substance Abuse Services |
| State Authority | Title 37.1-84.1 of the Code of Virginia |
| Federal Authority | None entered |
| Text of Regulation | Link to Virginia Administrative Code |
| Goals of Regulation |
To clearly articulate the human rights of every individual receiving care and treatment in psychiatric hospitals and facilities licensed by DMHMRSAS. To clearly articulate the responsibilities of psychiatric hospitals and facilities in ensuring the rights of consumers. To clearly articulate a complaint review and resolution process and to specify procedures and time frames for the review of complaints of rights violations. To minimize the costs and intrusiveness of human rights regulatory requirements and administrative procedures to consumers, families, and provider organizations. |
| Meetings | See all meetings (6) relating to this chapter. |
| Name / Title: | Ruth Anne Walker / Director of Regulatory Affairs |
| Address: |
Jefferson Bldg. 1220 Bank St., 4th Floor Richmond, VA 23219 |
| Email Address: | ruthanne.walker@dbhds.virginia.gov |
| Telephone: | (804)225-2252 FAX: (804)371-4609 TDD: (804)371-8977 |
| Current Actions | ||
| Action Title | Latest Stage | Status |
|---|---|---|
| None | ||
| Past Actions | ||
| Action Title | Latest Stage | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 12 VAC 35-120-10 et seq. Rules and Regulations to Assure the Rights of Patients of Psychiatric Hospitals and Other Psychiatric Facilities Licensed by the Department of Mental Health, Mental Retardation and Substance Abuse Services | Final | Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 11/21/2001. |