55 Pa. Code § 4210.31. Description.

SHORT TERM INPATIENT SERVICES

§ 4210.31. Description.

Short term inpatient services consist of care in a licensed inpatient facility for a continuous period up to 60 days for the following:
   (1)  Diagnostic study and evaluation.
   (2)  Intensive treatment at the onset of illness or during periods of unusual stress.
   (3)  Close supervision as well as intensive treatment for those unable to manage themselves because of deep depression, severely disturbed behavior or extreme confusion.

Cross References

   This section cited in 55 Pa. Code §  4210.61 (relating to description).

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