Tenn. Comp. R. & Regs. 1200-14-05-.08

Current through September 24, 2024

Section 1200-14-05-.08 - TESTING RESTRICTIONS

(1) Nothing in these rules shall be interpreted as authorization for a medical facility or health care provider to conduct testing for any infectious disease or any victim of an emergency without the patient's written consent. If a patient refuses consent for testing, the attempt to obtain consent should be documented.

Original rule filed August 4, 1998; effective October 18, 1998.

Authority: T.C.A. §§ 4-3-1803(1),(10), 4-5-209, 68-9-104, 68-10-109, 68-10-117, and 68-140-511(8).