R523-2-2. Purpose

  (1) The purpose of this rule is to provide:

  (a) Guidance on the priorities for treatment services

  (b) Guidance on the rights of individuals participating in services.

  (c) A process for Local Mental Health Authorities (LMHAs) and Local Substance Abuse Authorities (LSAAs) to set policies on fees for service.

  (d) Guidance on LMHA/LSAA program standards.

  (e) Guidance on the formula for allocation of funding.

  (f) Guidance on allocation of Utah State Hospital (Hospital) beds to LMHAs.

  (g) Guidance on admission to the Hospital and coordination of care.

  (h) Guidance on determining the proper LMHA under special situations.

  (i) Guidance on transfer planning between LMHAs from the Hospital.

  (j) Guidance on conflict resolution.

  (k) Guidance on prohibited items and devices on the grounds of public mental health facilities.