Type
Description
An emergency mental health service program means a coordinated system of mental health services, which provides an immediate response to assist a person experiencing a mental health crisis. Outpatient emergencies include socio-emotional crises, attempted suicides, family crises, and if needed, transportation to an emergency room of a general hospital for medical treatment.
Duration
Up to two years with an annual fee.
Fees
Fees are paid annually.
Services/Programs | Amount |
---|---|
1 | $550.00 |
2 | $800.00 |
3 | $1,000.00 |
4 | $1,175.00 |
5 | $1,350.00 |
Each additional | $100.00 |
Instructions
The Division of Quality Assurance (DQA) sends desk or site renewal information at least 60 days prior to expiration. These materials are to be returned within 30 days of expiration. If you require duplicate information, contact the DQA Behavioral Health Certification Section.
The following applications are required for an emergency mental health service program recertification:
Wisconsin statute
Wisconsin Stat. ch. 51, State Alcohol, Drug Abuse, Developmental Disabilities and Mental Health Act
Wisconsin administrative code
Wisconsin Admin. Code ch. DHS 12, Caregiver Background Checks
Wisconsin Admin. Code ch. DHS 13, Reporting and Investigation of Caregiver Misconduct
Wisconsin Admin. Code ch. DHS 34, Emergency Mental Health Service Programs
Wisconsin Admin. Code ch. DHS 92, Confidentiality of Treatment of Records
Wisconsin Admin. Code ch. DHS 94, Patient Rights and Resolution of Patient Grievances
Program information
Visit the Mental Health Treatment Programs webpage for more information.