Section 201 is that part of the Act relating to voluntary consent for a psychiatric examination and treatment. Anyone 14 years of age or older can consent to inpatient treatment. Admission is based on the determination of a psychiatrist that this level of care is needed.
Section 302 is the part of the Act relating to treatment without consent for observed behavior constituting a clear and present danger to the individual and/or others. The behavior must have occurred in the past 30 days. Under Section 302(a) any responsible party can petition for an involuntary evaluation by stating that an individual may be severely mentally disabled.
If you are unsure of which level or care to be provided, please contact our Operations Center to schedule your transportation request. One of our dispatchers will be able to assist you in determining the appropriate level.
We work with both insurance companies as well as healthcare facilities directly. Insurance companies will typically cover BLS Ambulance service, though some require an authorization. The RIV and Transport Vans are typically billed to a facility.