Regulation .06 Transfer of Stroke Patients in Need of Higher Level of Care.
Regulation .06 Transfer of Stroke Patients in Need of Higher Level of Care.LinkCopy Citation
The hospital shall:
A.
Transfer the clinically appropriate stroke patient requiring a higher level of care after initial treatment and stabilization to a MIEMSS designated primary stroke center that has endovascular capability or a MIEMSS designated comprehensive stroke center; and
B.
Maintain an agreement or agreements with a commercial ambulance service to:
(1)
Transfer stroke patients as clinically necessary;
(2)
Ensure the appropriate delivery of care during transport; and
(3)
Limit utilization of local emergency medical services (EMS) resources unless by pre-existing agreement.