17.04.040 Reimbursement for Treatment

The Authority, insofar as may be possible, shall seek to be reimbursed by the persons liable for the support of the patient for any or all items of expense incurred by the Authority in connection with the care, custody, treatment, and rehabilitation, and may make such financial arrangements concerning necessary expenses as it deems best. No patient shall be charged at a rate greater than actual cost of the care, treatment or rehabilitation furnished such patient. The Authority may accept funds, property, or service from any source, and all revenue received by the Authority from gifts, and grants in aid is hereby appropriated and shall be used in carrying out the provisions of this title.