Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. 290-2-26-.02

Current through Rules and Regulations filed through December 24, 2024

Rule 290-2-26-.02 - Emergency Services Procedures

Any hospital which operates an emergency service (room) where necessary emergency services to pregnant women are usually and customarily provided shall provide the appropriate, necessary emergency services to any pregnant woman who is a Georgia resident and presents herself in active labor at the hospital. Such services include initial care provided in the emergency room, intrapartum and postpartum care provided in the hospital's obstetrical department, and pediatric examination for the newborn infant. Such services shall be provided within the scope of generally accepted practice based upon the information furnished the hospital by the pregnant woman, including such information as the pregnant woman reveals concerning her prenatal care, diet, allergies, previous births, general health information, and other such information as the pregnant woman may furnish the hospital.

Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 290-2-26-.02

O.C.G.A. § 31-8-42.

Original Rule entitled "Emergency Services Procedures" adopted as Emergency Rule 290-2-26-0.5-.02. Filed June 19, 1985; effective June 19, 1985, the date of adoption, to remain in effect for a period of 120 days or until the effective date of a permanent Rule covering the same subject matter superseding this Emergency Rule, as specified by the Agency. (This Emergency Rule expired October 16, 1985.)

Amended: Permanent Rule of the same title adopted. Filed October 18, 1985; effective November 7, 1985.