2019-02: Adverse Incident Reporting Mandated By State
Date: 01/03/19
The Louisiana Department of Health (LDH) recently updated the Healthy Louisiana Adverse Incident (AI) Reporting Form and the AI Reporting Form Instructions and Definitions. The AI Reporting Form and Instructions have likewise been updated on the Louisiana Healthcare Connections website:
- Please click here to access the AI Reporting Form.
- Please click here to access the AI Reporting Form Instructions and Definitions.
As a reminder, adverse incidents are investigated and tracked in an effort to develop and implement systems to promote the health, safety and welfare of individuals receiving behavioral health services. As a mandated reporter, and as required by Louisiana's Children's Code Title VI, Article 603, and LDH, you are required to report adverse incidents to the patient's Healthy Louisiana health plan within one (1) business day of discovery of the incident.
For adverse incidents involving Louisiana Healthcare Connections members, please submit the AI Reporting Form via secure fax to 1-866-704-3063. Please note: the form should be completed to its entirety.