Maryland Health - General Section 10-706

      (a)      (1)      Except as provided by paragraph (2), promptly after admission of an individual, a facility shall make and periodically update a written plan of treatment for the individual in the facility, in accordance with the provisions of this subtitle.

            (2)      Promptly after admission of an individual to a psychosocial center, the center shall make and periodically update a written plan of rehabilitation for the individual in the facility, in accordance with the provisions of this subtitle.

      (b)      The Director shall adopt rules and regulations under this section that include:

            (1)      A description of the nature and content of plans of treatment; and

            (2)      Appropriate time periods for the development, implementation, and review of each plan.

      (c)      An individual shall:

            (1)      Participate, in a manner appropriate to the individual's condition, in the development and periodic updating of the plan of treatment; and

            (2)      Be told, in appropriate terms and language, of:

                  (i)      The content and objectives of the plan of treatment;

                  (ii)      The nature and significant possible adverse effects of recommended treatments;

                  (iii)      The name, title, and role of personnel directly responsible for carrying out the treatment for the individual; and

                  (iv)      When appropriate, other available alternative treatments, services, or providers of mental health services.