(a) Contracts entered into pursuant to Section 4331 shall do all of the following:

(1) Specify the number of beds to be provided.

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(2) Specify the rate or rates of reimbursement.

(3) Set forth the specific type of services requested by the county, in detail.

(4) Specify procedures for admission and discharge.

(5) Include any other pertinent terms as agreed to by the department and the county.

(b) The department shall consult, in advance, with the counties regarding any changes in state hospital facilities or operations which would significantly impact access to care or quality of care, or significantly increase costs.

(c)  The department shall make available to counties upon request the basis upon which its rates have been set, including any indirect cost allocation formulas.

(Amended by Stats. 2012, Ch. 24, Sec. 115. (AB 1470) Effective June 27, 2012.)