Admission Health Services And Treatment Records

01. Prior Approval. Prior approval or review from the Department’s regional R.N. is required for all non-routine health services, other than emergency services. Prior approval may be given for up to five (5) routine, pre-scheduled medical appointments. (3-31-22) 02. Medical Records. The Provider must assist the juvenile offender in organizing medical information, instructions, prescriptions, and any necessary follow up papers in a designated medical folder. Any time a juvenile offender receives treatment under this section or for any health related service, the Provider must retain the original medical record and immediately send a copy to the Department’s regional R.N. (3-31-22) 03. Medical Billing. For uninsured juveniles, the Provider will notify the health care provider to submit medical bills directly to the Department’s regional R.N. that approved the provision of services. (3-31-22)