Mental health crisis; Oklahoma Health Crisis Communication and Patient Rights Act; terms; intake procedures; temporary decision support; capacity and consent; transfer notification; continuity of care; coordination with primary care providers; reports; Legislature; patient rights; effective date.

Summary

The bill creates the Oklahoma Health Crisis Communication and Patient Rights Act, requiring mental‑health facilities to gather approved contacts, assess a patient’s decision‑making capacity, and involve family or legal representatives when capacity is lacking. It also sets standards for transfers, coordination with primary‑care doctors, and reporting to protect patient rights during crises.

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