OAR 333-615-0070: Use of Other Sources for Evaluating Applications

(1) In the event the Certificate of Need rules applicable to a psychiatric hospital do not contain standards in sufficient detail to make the required determinations, the Oregon Health Authority may consider: (a) Nationally recognized standards from professional organizations; (b) Standards developed by professional organizations in the State of Oregon; (c) Federal Medicare and Medicaid certification requirements; (d) State licensing requirements; or (e) Applicable standards developed by other individuals, groups, or organizations with recognized expertise related to inpatient psychiatric care and treatment. (2) Any external standards or guidelines considered must not conflict with the Health Services Area or the methodology described in OAR 333-615-0000 through 333-615-0070.