Washington State Behavioral Health Law Changes

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Senate passes four Dhingra bills to tackle mental health, …

(Just Now) WebOLYMPIA — Four bills to improve Washington state’s behavioral health system passed the Senate unanimously this week. A Safe Place to Be,” said Sen. Manka Dhingra (D-Redmond), chair of the Senate Law & Justice Committee and sponsor of the …

https://senatedemocrats.wa.gov/dhingra/2024/02/09/senate-passes-four-dhingra-bills-to-tackle-mental-health-substance-use-disorder/

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Effective July 25, 2021: Changes to State Law on Mental Health …

(Just Now) WebPurpose This bulletin provides hospitals information on recent changes to 71.32 RCW, Washington’s law authorizing mental health advance directives (MHADs).. …

https://www.wsha.org/articles/effective-july-25-2021-changes-to-state-law-on-mental-health-advance-directives/

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Washington passes law establishing 9-8-8 call line for behavioral

(4 days ago) WebPurpose This bulletin provides hospitals information on E2SHB 1477, which will redesign Washington State’s crisis behavioral health services system and tie …

https://www.wsha.org/articles/washington-passes-law-establishing-9-8-8-call-line-for-behavioral-health-crises-and-plans-redesign-of-crisis-behavioral-health-system/

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Legal Updates - Center for Mental Health, Policy, and the Law

(1 days ago) WebLegislation passed in Washington state during the 2022–2023 session made changes to the independent medical exam (IME) process, including recording of mental health …

https://cmhpl.psychiatry.uw.edu/news/legal-updates/

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Statewide High-Level Analysis of Forecasted …

(5 days ago) WebWashington Listensh: Call 833-681-0211 to talk to a support specialist who will listen and help you cope with the stress of COVID-19. Health Care Authority: Mental …

https://doh.wa.gov/sites/default/files/2022-02/821-103-BHForecastSummary-20211129.pdf

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How Washington lawmakers did — and didn’t — boost …

(Just Now) WebThe state budget also currently includes a 7% increase to the amount community behavioral health agencies receive when they bill Medicaid, which the …

https://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/mental-health/how-washington-lawmakers-did-and-didnt-boost-mental-health-care-this-year/

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Four ways lawmakers want to improve Washington’s …

(5 days ago) WebJust three months later, that rate is now 30-60%, said Ann Christian, CEO of the Washington Council for Behavioral Health, which advocates on behalf of …

https://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/mental-health/four-ways-lawmakers-want-to-improve-washingtons-mental-health-system/

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Page 1 of 38 - wtb.wa.gov

(Just Now) WebFour years ago, the Washington State Behavioral Health Workforce Assessment highlighted the severity of the state’s behavioral health workforce shortage, stating that …

https://www.wtb.wa.gov/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/BHWAC-Preliminary-Report-Final-Draft.pdf

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Behavioral Health Policy Brief - governor.wa.gov

(1 days ago) WebExpanding behavioral health treatment options A February 2015 report from the Washington State Institute for Public Policy, “Inpatient Psychiatric Capacity and …

https://governor.wa.gov/sites/default/files/2023-01/Behavioral_Health_policyBrief_Final.pdf

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Behavioral health transformation begins with significant …

(7 days ago) WebGov. Jay Inslee signed four bills into law Thursday that will significantly transform the state’s mental health system and reshape how and where patients receive …

https://governor.wa.gov/news/2019/behavioral-health-transformation-begins-significant-investments

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Behavioral Health Agency Rule Revision FAQ

(3 days ago) WebThe rule creates broader categories of certifications with specific types of behavioral health services included within each certification category. The goal of …

https://doh.wa.gov/sites/default/files/2023-04/BHARuleRevisionFinal-FAQ.pdf?uid=64503f4bba5b7

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Lawmakers pass bill to change how WA cares for youth stuck in …

(8 days ago) WebResponsibility for the state’s child health and welfare services is split across several agencies. The Department of Social and Health Services, for example, oversees …

https://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/mental-health/lawmakers-pass-bill-to-change-how-wa-cares-for-youth-stuck-in-hospitals/

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New protections for people seeking emergency behavioral health …

(2 days ago) WebJuly 18, 2022. OLYMPIA, Wash. – A new law expanding consumers’ protections from surprise medical bills also adds new protections for patients seeking care for a …

https://www.insurance.wa.gov/news/new-protections-people-seeking-emergency-behavioral-health-services-kreidler-urges-other

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Revised Code of Washington (RCW)

(8 days ago) WebThe Revised Code of Washington (RCW) is the compilation of all permanent laws now in force. It is a collection of Session Laws (enacted by the Legislature, and …

https://apps.leg.wa.gov/rcw/

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Final Summary of Legislation Passed by the Washington State …

(1 days ago) WebC 2 L 24 Chapter 2, Laws of 2024. This is where the bill will be found in the Session Laws of the State of Washington , which is compiled annually. Partial Veto Partially vetoed by …

https://leg.wa.gov/House/Committees/Documents/SineDie2024.pdf

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New Law Implementation Guide - Washington State Hospital …

(6 days ago) Web2023 New Law Implementation Resources. New Requirements for Hospital Staffing (2023 SB 5236) (E2SSB 5236) Bulletin, PDF – Effective. January 1, 2024. New Surgical …

https://www.wsha.org/policy-advocacy/new-law-implementation-guide/

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Drug use in Washington state is changing – Department of …

(5 days ago) WebAllies in Healthier Systems for Health and Abundance in Youth (AHSHAY) Behavioral Health Institute (BHI) at Harborview Medical Center; Behavioral Research …

https://psychiatry.uw.edu/who-we-are/news-events/news/drug-use-in-washington-state-is-changing/

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First Look: Understanding the Governor’s 2024-25 May Revision

(8 days ago) WebInvesting in the state’s behavioral health system is crucial for supporting Californians who are coping with mental health conditions or substance use disorders. Because the …

https://calbudgetcenter.org/resources/first-look-understanding-the-governors-2024-25-may-revision/

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