Alaska § 47.37.240 - Payment for treatment.
Full text of Alaska Alaska Statutes § 47.37.240 — Payment for treatment., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 47.37.240. Payment for treatment.
(a) A patient in an approved treatment facility, or the person obligated to provide for the cost of treatment of a person committed under this chapter, is liable to the public or private facility for the cost of maintenance and treatment of the patient in accordance with rates established by the department.
(b) The department shall adopt regulations governing financial ability that take into consideration the income, savings, and other personal and real property of the person liable for the cost and maintenance of the patient.
Frequently Asked Questions About Alaska § 47.37.240
What does Alaska Statutes § 47.37.240 cover?
Section 47.37.240 ("Payment for treatment.") is part of the Alaska Statutes, the codified statutory law of Alaska. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Alaska § 47.37.240?
A common citation format is "Alaska Statutes § 47.37.240" (Alaska). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Alaska law?
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How does Alaska § 47.37.240 apply to my situation?
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