WSR 22-19-014

POLICY STATEMENT

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

[Filed September 9, 2022, 12:38 p.m.]

Title of Policy Statement: Face-to-Face Treatment for Sex Offenders. Policy Number: SOTP-22-01.

Issuing Entity: Department of health (DOH).

Subject Matter: Pending permanent rule amendments to chapter 246-930 WAC by DOH, the requirement for "face-to-face" treatment under WAC 246-930-010 may be met by providing treatment in person or by telehealth through HIPAA-compliant, interactive, real-time audio and video technology.

Effective Date: July 8, 2022.

Contact Person: Brandon Williams, program manager, brandon.williams@doh.wa.gov, 360-236-4611.