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HOW TO GAUGE RECOVERY
THE ORIGINAL KING COUNTY RSN ORDINANCE ON RECOVERY
•For the years 2001 through 2003  King County RSN reported annually on outcomes based largely upon GAF (Global Assessment of Functioning) scores. Clients were rated as:
ØRecovered above 81
ØLess Dependent   51 to 81 – mild to moderate symptoms or
ØDependent less than 51 – serious symptoms
•GAF scores are part of Medicaid eligibility requirements in Washington State.  They are a widely accepted measure of mental health. You can see this scale on the following pages.