Iowa Admin. Code r. 441-85.2 - [Effective 8/1/2025] Out-of-state placement
Placement in an out-of-state psychiatric hospital for acute care requires prior department approval and must be approved only if special services are not available in Iowa.
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Placement in an out-of-state psychiatric hospital for acute care requires prior approval by the bureau of managed care and clinical services and shall be approved only if special services are not available in Iowa.