# COMAR Title 10 — Maryland Department of Health

## Subtitle 12 — Adult Health

### Chapter 01 — Surgical Abortion Facilities

#### Regulation .10 Hospitalization.

*COMAR 10.12.01.10*

A. The surgical abortion facility shall have an effective 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 a minimum:

  (1) Written protocols and procedures 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;

  (4) Protocols for transmitting a copy of the patient's medical record to the hospital; and

  (5) Appropriate training for staff in the facility’s written protocols and procedures.