Section 50. Evaluation of vocational rehabilitation potential

A. Required evaluations. The current general health of the individual shall be assessed, based, to the maximum extent possible, on available medical information. In all cases of mental or emotional disorders an examination shall be provided by a physician licensed to diagnose and treat such disorders or a psychologist licensed or certified in accordance with state laws and regulations. If eligibility cannot be determined from medical evidence of record, medical specialist examinations needed to determine eligibility shall be provided.

B. Hospitalization for diagnosis may be provided when all of the following conditions are met:

1. This service is required in order to determine eligibility for services or type of services needed; and

2. This service is recommended by a licensed medical doctor.

The maximum period of diagnostic hospitalization shall be three days.

Historical Notes

Derived from VR595-01-1 § 5, eff. July 1, 1987; amended, Volume 11, Issue 01, eff. November 2, 1994; Volume 17, Issue 07, eff. January 17, 2001.

Statutory Authority

§ 51.5-14 of the Code of Virginia.