Beginning January 1, 2023, a licensed or certified service provider may not refer a client who is appropriate for housing in a recovery residence, to support the client’s recovery from a substance use disorder, to a recovery residence that is not included in the registry of approved recovery residences maintained by the authority under RCW 41.05.760. This section does not otherwise limit the discharge or referral options available for a person in recovery from a substance use disorder to any other appropriate placements or services.

NOTES:

Findings—2019 c 264: See note following RCW 41.05.760.

Terms Used In Washington Code 71.24.660

  • Authority: means the Washington state health care authority. See Washington Code 71.24.025
  • person: may be construed to include the United States, this state, or any state or territory, or any public or private corporation or limited liability company, as well as an individual. See Washington Code 1.16.080
  • Recovery: means a process of change through which individuals improve their health and wellness, live a self-directed life, and strive to reach their full potential. See Washington Code 71.24.025
  • Substance use disorder: means a cluster of cognitive, behavioral, and physiological symptoms indicating that an individual continues using the substance despite significant substance-related problems. See Washington Code 71.24.025
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