Adoption of expedited rules governing treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder, Minnesota Rules part 5221.6700
The Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry (DLI) has adopted expedited rules governing treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), Minnesota Rules, part 5221.6700, and amending general treatment parameters, Minn. R., part 5221.6050.
The rules were approved by the Office of Administrative Hearings on March 26, 2020. The rules were published in the State Register and are effective May 4, 2020.
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