The bill amends Section 229.15, subsection 2 of the Iowa Code to update the reporting requirements for the involuntary hospitalization of patients with serious mental impairments. Specifically, it requires the medical director of the facility or the treating psychiatrist or psychiatric advanced registered nurse practitioner to report to the court on the patient's condition and the anticipated length of treatment. The initial report must be submitted within 60 days of the court order, and follow-up reports, which were previously required every 90 days, are now mandated at intervals not to exceed six months.

This change aims to streamline the reporting process and reduce the frequency of court updates while ensuring that the court remains informed about the patient's progress and treatment needs. The bill emphasizes the importance of timely communication regarding the patient's condition and treatment requirements, thereby enhancing the oversight of involuntary hospitalization cases.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 229.15