A 1013 in mental health is an involuntary commitment form used in the state of Georgia as a legal procedure that allows the temporary detainment individuals in a mental health crisis who pose a danger to themselves.
Form 2013: A form utilized to initiate an involuntary substance use disorder evaluation of a person who presents a substantial risk of imminent harm to self or others.
Once a 1013 patient arrives at a mental health facility, a 48-hour long clock begins, during which time our staff will meet with you, discuss your legal status, and begin the treatment process. During this 48-hour period, the patient may request to change their status to “voluntarily.”
House Bill 1013, passed and signed into law in 2022, expanded OHSC's role in overseeing the coordination of mental health policy and behavioral health services across state agencies.
Begin by specifying your name, the entity authorized to disclose information, and the individuals or entities you authorize to receive it. Indicate the specific information and purpose for which it will be disclosed, add an expiration date or event, and sign and date the form to confirm your consent.
AUTHORIZATION FOR RELEASE OF INFORMATION, FORM 5459 Purpose: This form is used to obtain permission from a CCSP applicant or client to share or secure information about the client.
I hereby authorize use or disclosure of protected health information about me as described below. I understand that the information used or disclosed may be subject to re-disclosure by the person or class of persons or facility receiving it, and would then no longer be protected by federal privacy regulations.
For legal professionals and healthcare providers, understanding the primary purpose of a Release of Information (ROI) form is vital for managing sensitive data responsibly.
(3) Health Care Providers shall retain Patient Records for a period of at least ten years following the date of death or discharge. For pediatric patients, the records shall be retained for five years after the Patient reaches the age of majority.