# COMAR Title 07 — Department of Human Services

## Subtitle 02 — Social Services Administration

### Chapter 08 — Substance-Exposed Newborn Safe Care Plan

#### Regulation .04 Receiving Reports of Substance-Exposed Newborns.

*COMAR 07.02.08.04*

Within 48 hours after receiving a report of a substance-exposed newborn, the local department shall:

A. See the newborn in person;

B. Consult with a health care practitioner with knowledge of the newborn’s condition and the effects of any prenatal alcohol or controlled drug exposure; and

C. Attempt to interview the newborn’s mother and any other individual responsible for care of the newborn.