House Bill No. [insert number] aims to enhance the standards for psychiatric hospitals and residential substance abuse facilities in Louisiana by enacting R.S. 40:2115.1. The bill emphasizes the importance of promoting efficiency and productivity within these healthcare facilities to improve the overall welfare of residents. It mandates the Louisiana Department of Health to evaluate current standards, explore value-based financial incentives for Medicaid-enrolled psychiatric hospitals, and submit a comprehensive report to the legislative committees on health and welfare by March 31, 2025. This report will include recommendations for new or revised standards, as well as an evaluation of accreditation requirements.

The bill also provides definitions for key terms, including "Department," "Psychiatric hospital," and "Residential substance abuse facility." It allows the Department to consult with various healthcare organizations to conduct its review and prepare the report. Upon submission of the report, the provisions of this section will terminate, ensuring a focused and time-bound approach to improving the quality of care in psychiatric and substance abuse treatment facilities in the state.