Regulation .10 Hospitalization.
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A.
A freestanding birthing center shall have a written procedure for the transfer of patients to a nearby hospital when care beyond the capabilities of the facility is required.
B.
Procedures for emergency transfer to a hospital shall include, at minimum:
(1)
Written clinical practice guidelines related to emergency transfer procedures;
(2)
A mechanism for notifying the hospital of a pending emergency case;
(3)
A mechanism for arranging appropriate transportation to the hospital; and
(4)
Protocols for transmitting a copy of the patient’s medical record to the hospital.
C.
A freestanding birthing center shall conduct a transfer drill with staff that may be involved in patient transfers at least once a year.