15 Miss. Code. R. 16-1-52.9.26
Current through September 24, 2024
When a patient dies, a summation statement shall be entered in the record in the form of a discharge summary. The summation statement shall include the circumstances leading to death and shall be signed by a physician. An autopsy shall be performed whenever possible. When an autopsy is performed, a provisional anatomic diagnosis shall be recorded in the patient's record within 72 hours. The complete protocol shall be made part of the record within three months.
15 Miss. Code. R. 16-1-52.9.26