HB3489

Oklahoma HB3489 establishes the Oklahoma Health Crisis Communication and Patient Rights Act, ensuring patient rights and communication protocols in.

Oklahoma HB3489, known as the Oklahoma Health Crisis Communication and Patient Rights Act, defines terms such as "mental health facility" and "temporary decision support." It mandates intake procedures, including identifying approved contacts and informing patients of their communication rights. The act establishes a temporary decision support process for patients lacking decision-making capacity, allowing family members or legal representatives to participate in treatment decisions.