The bill proposes the addition of a new section, 9-5-29b, to the Code of West Virginia, which establishes requirements for clinical inpatient medical treatment centers for substance use disorder. It defines key terms such as "clinical inpatient medical treatment centers," "certified recovery residence," and "integrated care model." The bill mandates that at least 85 percent of patients in these centers must be residents of West Virginia, with quarterly reporting to the West Virginia Office of the Inspector General. Additionally, it requires that all graduates from these centers transition to appropriate levels of care, with a specific emphasis on placing at least 70 percent in certified recovery residences, and mandates the provision of integrated care services, routine dental evaluations, and assistance with obtaining identification documents.

Furthermore, the bill outlines strict reporting requirements for the centers, including data on patient demographics, placement rates, and the number of patients receiving various services. The Office of the Inspector General is tasked with ensuring compliance and has the authority to revoke licenses for noncompliance after a designated improvement period. The provisions of this section are set to take effect on July 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 9-5-29b
Committee Substitute: 9-5-29b
Committee Substitute for the Committee Substitute: 9-5-29b