Mississippi Administrative Code Title 24 - Mental Health
Mississippi Administrative Code – Title 24: Mental Health
Title 24 of the Mississippi Administrative Code contains the rules and regulations governing the Mississippi Department of Mental Health (DMH). It outlines policies related to mental health services, intellectual and developmental disabilities, substance use disorders, and the operations of DMH facilities and providers.
Key Areas Covered in Title 24
Below are some major parts typically included in this title (subject to updates):
Part 1 – Administrative Rules
Establishes organizational structure of the Department of Mental Health.
Defines the responsibilities of the Board of Mental Health.
Details procedures for rulemaking, public hearings, and compliance oversight.
Part 2 – Certification of Providers
Sets standards for the certification of community mental health centers (CMHCs), residential facilities, and individual providers.
Covers:
Staffing requirements
Program design
Safety and emergency planning
Service delivery documentation
Part 3 – Service Standards
Minimum service requirements for:
Mental health treatment
Crisis stabilization units
Community support services
Outpatient and inpatient programs
Part 4 – Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities (IDD)
Guidelines for programs serving individuals with IDD.
Includes:
Person-centered planning
Behavioral support
Residential services (e.g., Intermediate Care Facilities)
Part 5 – Substance Use Disorders
Licensing and standards for treatment centers and detox programs.
Rules for:
Opioid treatment programs (OTPs)
Transitional housing
Recovery support services
Part 6 – Rights of Individuals Receiving Services
Protects rights to privacy, dignity, and informed consent.
Provides complaint resolution processes.
Part 7 – Crisis Services
Rules governing Mobile Crisis Response Teams and Crisis Stabilization Units (CSUs).
Requirements for 24/7 availability, training, and coordination with law enforcement.
Part 8 – Data & Quality Management
Requirements for data reporting and quality assurance programs.
Authority & Legal Reference
Based on Mississippi Code Annotated § 41-4-1 et seq.
The DMH is empowered to create and enforce these regulations to ensure safety, quality, and accessibility of mental health services statewide.
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