California Code of Regulations (Last Updated: August 6, 2014) |
Title 22. Social Security |
Division 5. Licensing and Certification of Health Facilities, Home Health Agencies, Clinics, and Referral Agencies |
Chapter 11. Chemical Dependency Recovery Hospital Licensing Regulations |
Article 1. Definitions |
§ 79021. Detoxification.
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- (a) Detoxification means that process whereby the body rids itself of noxious or intoxicating chemicals. Detoxification services are those practices and/or procedures by which others manage or try to control the individual's withdrawal syndrome.(b) Medical detoxification means the administration of any medication for the specific purpose of managing and/or preventing withdrawal syndrome.HISTORY1. Editorial correction filed 12-15-82 (Register 82, No. 51).
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Note: Authority cited: Sections 208(a), 1254, 1254.2, 1275 and 1275.2, Health and Safety Code. Reference: Sections 1250 and 1250.3, Health and Safety Code.