The bill amends several sections of Florida Statutes related to recovery residences and mental health services. It prohibits providers licensed for primary inpatient or outpatient mental health services from using certified recovery residences for housing their patients, while allowing Level IV certified service providers to use these residences for individuals receiving primary outpatient mental health services, provided that the housing is segregated based on primary diagnosis. Additionally, the bill authorizes the transfer of probationary and regular licenses to new owners and revises the definition of "transfer." It also mandates that the Department of Children and Families issue regular licenses to existing providers seeking to add services or levels of care, without imposing additional requirements.

Further amendments include stipulations regarding the size of clinical treatment rooms and the number of individuals receiving services, which must comply with building and fire codes. The bill also revises the criteria for denying, suspending, or revoking licenses, and prohibits credentialing entities from requesting certain records when determining compliance. Notably, it removes the requirement for immediate removal of certain personnel from positions in certified recovery residences under specific circumstances. The bill aims to streamline the licensing process and enhance compliance standards while ensuring the safety and welfare of individuals receiving mental health services.

Statutes affected:
H 923 Filed: 397.410, 397.415