How to File a Complaint

You have the right to express complaints about the care and services provided by Pennsylvania Psychiatric Institute. All complaints will be investigated in a fair and appropriate manner. We encourage you and your family to voice your concerns. If you are a customer of PerformCare, you may request additional assistance from the Dauphin County Mental Health/Intellectual Disabilities (MH/ID) Program Administrator and PerformCare.

Steps to follow:

  1. Talk to a staff member.
  2. Talk to the Department Manager.
  3. Talk to the Patient Representative 717-782-6826.

For concerns regarding patient safety or quality of care you have the option to directly contact any of the entities listed below:

  • The Joint Commission: 800-994-6610
  • U.S. Department of Health and Human Services: 800-447-8477
  • Pennsylvania Department of Human Services: 717-705-8396
  • PerformCare (Members Only): 717-671-6500

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