LAC 48:I.5697. Intensive Outpatient Treatment (ASAM Level 2.1)

A. The provider shall: 1. only admit clients clinically appropriate for ASAM level 2.1 into this program; 2. maintain a minimum of 9 contact hours per week for adults, at a minimum of three days per week, with a maximum of 19 hours per week; 3. maintain a minimum of 6 hours per week for children/adolescents, at a minimum of three days per week, with a maximum of 19 hours per week; 4. complete an initial treatment plan within the first three visits; and 5. review the treatment plan in collaboration with the client a minimum of every 30 days or more frequently as needed, and document accordingly. B. Staffing. The provider shall ensure that: 1. a physician is on site as needed for the management of psychiatric and medical needs and on call 24 hours per day, seven days per week; 2. there is a clinical supervisor on-site 10 hours a week and on call 24 hours per day, seven days per week; 3. there is at least one LMHP or UP on site when clinical services are being provided; 4. each LMHP/UP caseload does not exceed 1:25 active clients; and 5. there are nursing services available as needed to meet the nursing needs of the clients.