Current through Vol. 24-19, November 1, 2024
Section R. 330.10087 - ExaminationRule 10087.
(1) A person admitted under this part shall be assigned a chief clinician who shall perform a clinical evaluation as soon as administratively possible.(2) As soon as practical after the completion of the chief clinician's evaluation, the person shall be examined by 2 authorized examiners who shall examine the person to form independent opinions as to whether the individual meets the criteria as a person requiring treatment or for judicial admission.(3) If the person is alleged to be mentally ill, the authorized examiners shall be 2 physicians, not less than 1 of which shall be a psychiatrist. If the person is alleged to be mentally retarded, the authorized examiners shall be 2 physicians or 1 physician and 1 psychologist.(4) Upon completion of the examination of a person believed to be a person requiring treatment, each examiner shall execute a medical certificate as prescribed by the department for use in probate court proceedings, and file them with the director of the center. If the person is alleged to be mentally retarded the examiners shall submit a written report stating whether the person meets the criteria for judicial admission. The authorized examiners may submit other pertinent information or recommendations and include them as an addendum to the medical certificates or report.(5) The director of the center shall review the case record and the examiners' medical certificates or report, and based upon that review, shall file a summary report, in addition to any medical certificates, with the court, prosecuting attorney, and defense counsel. The summary report shall contain:(a) An opinion as to whether the person meets the criteria as a person requiring treatment for judicial admission, based upon the authorized examiners' medical certificates or report.(b) Recommendations for treatment, including psychotropic medications.(c) Where appropriate, recommendations for treatment placement at a specific department, hospital, or facility, based upon the person's treatment and supervision needs.(d) Other facts, recommendations, or opinions pertinent to the examinations and evaluation.Mich. Admin. Code R. 330.10087