36-545

36-545. Voluntary admissions to the state hospital; reimbursements; indigents

The director shall establish the amount which will fully reimburse the state for the expense of examining, evaluating, treating and maintaining the patient. The state hospital shall charge the patient all or such portion of the established amount as the patient can afford. If the patient is indigent, no charge shall be made. The state hospital shall require prompt payment of the charge.