Iowa Admin. Code r. 641-2.4

Current through Register Vol. 47, No. 6, September 18, 2024

Rule 641-2.4 - Hepatitis vaccination and testing program

(1) When sufficient state and federal funds are available, the department will maintain a vaccination and testing program. The program shall offer HCV testing and hepatitis A and B vaccinations through local health departments, clinics, and community-based organizations to individuals at an increased risk of exposure to viral hepatitis as described in the Viral Hepatitis Prevention and Testing Services Manual dated December 2023 and available on the department's website. Contracted agencies offering testing and vaccination services shall be required to provide integrated HIV, viral hepatitis, and sexually transmitted infection education; pretest and posttest counseling; and referral services.

(2) Contracted agencies shall provide individuals presenting for testing or vaccination services with education explaining viral hepatitis and how to reduce the risk of acquiring it.

(3) Contracted agencies shall provide individuals testing positive for viral hepatitis with information about the diagnosis and treatment options and with a referral list of health care providers to aid in seeking treatment, additional follow-up testing, and other hepatitis-related services.

Iowa Admin. Code r. 641-2.4

Adopted by IAB July 10, 2024/Volume XLVII, Number 1, effective 8/14/2024