Arizona State Hospital. The Contractor shall collaborate with the Arizona State Hospital administration to agree upon protocols for referral, bed utilization and census management, coordination of care, discharge planning, and dispute resolution. The Contractor shall ensure continuity of care for Members admitted to the Arizona State Hospital, including: 5.
1.15.9.1. Diversion of potential admission from the Arizona State Hospital, as appropriate,
Arizona State Hospital. 3.4.1. To the extent possible, the TRBHA shall collaborate with the Arizona State Hospital administration and agree upon protocols for referral, bed utilization and census management, coordination of care, discharge planning and dispute resolution.
3.4.2. AHCCCS will coordinate with ADHS to assist the TRBHA with coordinating admissions, treatment and discharge planning, and with the patient health information and medical records request with the Arizona State Hospital.
3.4.3. The TRBHA shall ensure coordination and continuity of care for Members admitted to the Arizona State Hospital, including:
3.4.3.1. Diversion of potential admission from the Arizona State Hospital, as appropriate;
3.4.3.2. Coordination of the admission process with the Arizona State Hospital Admissions Office;
3.4.3.3. Participation in the Arizona State Hospital treatment and discharge planning;
3.4.3.4. Forwarding of available clinical and medical record information upon or shortly after admission; and
3.4.3.5. Responding promptly to any other requested communication and/or collaboration with the Arizona State Hospital.
3.4.4. AHCCCS will assist the TRBHA in working with the Arizona State Hospital in communication and collaboration efforts, in streamlining processes or providing education as it relates to the TRBHA and the tribal healthcare delivery system.
3.4.5. To the extent possible, the TRBHA shall make available and maintain community living arrangements, provide appropriate supports necessary to meet the individual needs, and ensure the appropriate discharge of persons with a serious mental illness from the Arizona State Hospital.
