The bill introduces significant modifications to the supervision and training requirements for case management associates, mental health behavioral aides, and mental health rehabilitation workers within behavioral health services. Notably, it reduces the annual health services training hours for case management associates from 40 to 20 and decreases the frequency of required mentoring supervision from five times a week to four times a month. Additionally, the bill exempts certain providers, specifically those offering intensive residential treatment services and residential crisis stabilization services, from specific client rights outlined in the health care bill of rights. It also revises critical incident reporting requirements and timelines for level of care assessments, aiming to streamline processes while maintaining essential client rights and safety measures.

Moreover, the bill outlines the roles and responsibilities within Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) teams, detailing qualifications and collaboration expectations for various positions, including psychiatric care providers and mental health certified peer specialists. It amends provisions for mental health case management under Minnesota Statutes, ensuring that medical assistance covers services for individuals with serious mental illness and children with severe emotional disturbance. New documentation requirements for payment are introduced, allowing secure electronic messaging as a valid form of contact. The bill clarifies payment structures to prevent duplication with other program payments and ensures compliance with federal regulations, with changes taking effect upon federal approval.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 245.462, 245I.06, 245I.12, 245I.13, 245I.23, 256B.0622, 256B.0625