Sec. 10.21.07.07. Collaboration with Core Service Agency (CSA)

A. If the jurisdiction in which a TGH is located is served by a CSA, the governing body shall document that the program shall:

(1) Submit the following information to the CSA:

(a) Documentation that the program budget is adequate to support the program's ability to provide authorized services;

(b) The program service plan;

(c) Data that incorporate outcome measures; and

(d) A yearly summary that, at a minimum, includes:

(i) Relevant financial statements or documentation of an audit that certifies that the TGH is fiscally sound;

(ii) Program planning and evaluation, as identified in COMAR 14.31.06.19; and

(iii) Service utilization data;

(2) Collaborate with the CSA in:

(a) The process developed by the CSA for screening and exploring alternatives for an individual served by the TGH for whom inpatient facility admission is being initiated;

(b) The CSA's protocol for resolution of conflict between the TGH and:

(i) The child or family of a child served; and

(ii) Another program or agency; and

(c) The CSA's procedures for prevention of the appearance or occurrence of conflict of interest in the operation and oversight of the program's provision of mental health services;

(3) Contract, as necessary, with the CSA; and

(4) Make available to the CSA any medical records that are needed by the CSA for the purpose of:

(a) Assessing the quality of care; or

(b) Investigating a complaint or grievance.

B. If the jurisdiction in which a TGH is located is not served by a CSA, the chairman of the governing body shall document that the program shall submit information to and collaborate with the Administration, as required under this regulation.