CPEP
Also written as: CPEP — Comprehensive Psychiatric Emergency Program
A hospital-based emergency psychiatric service that provides immediate assessment, stabilization, and disposition planning for mental health crises.
Full Definition
A Comprehensive Psychiatric Emergency Program (CPEP) is a specialized emergency department service designed specifically for psychiatric emergencies. CPEPs provide rapid assessment, crisis stabilization, and disposition planning in a therapeutic environment separate from general medical emergency departments. These programs typically include observation beds for extended evaluation, specialized staff training in psychiatric emergencies, and direct connections to inpatient psychiatric services and community mental health resources. CPEPs aim to reduce inappropriate psychiatric admissions while ensuring safety and appropriate level of care placement.
Usage
Usage note: CPEP may be used as both singular and plural; specify 'CPEP program' or 'CPEP services' for clarity.
In Context
- "The CPEP was able to stabilize the patient and arrange outpatient follow-up within 24 hours." — Medical record documentation
- "CPEP utilization rates peaked during full moon periods according to the monthly report." — Service utilization analysis