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Form OBH-1 Physician's Emergency Certificate - Louisiana
What Is Form OBH-1?
This is a legal form that was released by the Louisiana Department of Health - a government authority operating within Louisiana. As of today, no separate filing guidelines for the form are provided by the issuing department.
FAQ
Q: What is the OBH-1 Physician's Emergency Certificate?
A: The OBH-1 Physician's Emergency Certificate is a document used in Louisiana to authorize emergency psychiatric evaluations.
Q: Who can issue the OBH-1 Physician's Emergency Certificate?
A: Only qualified physicians can issue the OBH-1 Physician's Emergency Certificate in Louisiana.
Q: When is the OBH-1 Physician's Emergency Certificate used?
A: The OBH-1 Physician's Emergency Certificate is used when there is a need for immediate psychiatric evaluation due to a potential threat to the person or others.
Q: What information is included in the OBH-1 Physician's Emergency Certificate?
A: The OBH-1 Physician's Emergency Certificate includes the patient's personal information, the physician's evaluation, and the reasons for the emergency evaluation.
Q: How long is an OBH-1 Physician's Emergency Certificate valid for?
A: The OBH-1 Physician's Emergency Certificate is valid for up to 15 days.
Q: Can the OBH-1 Physician's Emergency Certificate be used to involuntarily commit someone?
A: Yes, if the emergency evaluation determines that the person meets the criteria for involuntary commitment, the OBH-1 Physician's Emergency Certificate can be used for that purpose.
Q: Is the OBH-1 Physician's Emergency Certificate a legal document?
A: Yes, the OBH-1 Physician's Emergency Certificate is a legal document that authorizes emergency psychiatric evaluations.
Q: Can anyone submit the OBH-1 Physician's Emergency Certificate?
A: No, only qualified physicians can submit the OBH-1 Physician's Emergency Certificate.
Q: Is there a fee for submitting the OBH-1 Physician's Emergency Certificate?
A: There is no fee for submitting the OBH-1 Physician's Emergency Certificate.
Form Details:
- Released on May 1, 2017;
- The latest edition provided by the Louisiana Department of Health;
- Easy to use and ready to print;
- Quick to customize;
- Compatible with most PDF-viewing applications;
- Fill out the form in our online filing application.
Download a printable version of Form OBH-1 by clicking the link below or browse more documents and templates provided by the Louisiana Department of Health.
