Observations
Based on a review of client records, the facility failed to ensure the informed and voluntary consent for the disclosure of information included a dated signature of the client in two of seven records.
Client #1 was admitted to the Partial Hospitalization level of care on January 8, 2024 and was active at the time of review. Client #1 ' s record contained a voluntary consent for the disclosure of information to the client ' s insurance provider. The consent for disclosure did not contain a dated signature from the client.
Client #4 was admitted to the Partial Hospitalization level of care on February 7, 2024 and was discharged March 29, 2024. Client #4 ' s record contained a voluntary consent for the disclosure of information to the client ' s insurance provider. The consent for disclosure did not contain a dated signature from the client.
These findings were reviewed with facility staff during the licensing process.
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Plan of Correction
Effective 5/1/2024, the Pittsburgh BHT staff member doing the intake will complete the Release of Information for the insurance company along with the other releases. The Lead Therapist will review these for completion during his daily chart review and address concerns as they arise. |