Sec. 4. Within the limits of appropriated funds, the division shall provide by written contract a continuum of care in the community for appropriate patients who are discharged or transferred under this chapter that does the following:

(1) Integrates services.

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  • Contract: A legal written agreement that becomes binding when signed.
(2) Facilitates provision of appropriate services to patients.

(3) Ensures continuity of care, so that a patient is not discharged or transferred without adequate and appropriate community services.

(4) Provides services that:

(A) promote behavioral health; and

(B) prevent and treat mental illness and addiction.

As added by P.L.40-1994, SEC.54. Amended by P.L.143-2011, SEC.28.