DQA Memo 16-007 / Variance Needed for Use of a Licensed Mental Health Professional to Approve Emergency Mental Health Crisis Plans and Response Plans

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DQA Memo 16-007 Variance Needed for Use of a Licensed Mental Health Professional to Approve Emergency Mental Health Crisis Plans and Response Plans

Please visit the link below to view DQA Memo 16-007 Variance Needed for Use of a Licensed Mental Health Professional to Approve Emergency Mental Health Crisis Plans and Response Plans.

https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/dqa/memos/16-007.pdf

This memo replaces DMHSAS-DQA Memo 2009-08 issued November 2, 2009, and repeals a formerly approved statewide variance of Wis. Admin Code § DHS 34.21(3)(b) to expand the list of qualified mental health professionals that may approve emergency mental health crisis plans and response plans to include individuals listed under (b) 1-7.

If an emergency mental health services program wishes to request a variance of Wis. Admin Code § DHS 34.21(3)(b), please submit the request to: DHSwebmailDQA@dhs.wisconsin.gov or to DHS/DQA/Behavioral Health Certification Section, P.O. Box 2969 Madison Wisconsin 53701-2969.