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CT HB05535
Bill
Status
Passed
6/12/2014
Primary Sponsor
Public Health Committee
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AI Summary
- Hospitals must provide oral and written notice to patients placed in observation status within 24 hours of placement, unless the patient is discharged or leaves before 24 hours elapse
- Notice must state that the patient is not admitted to the hospital but is under observation status
- Notice must inform patients that observation status may affect Medicare, Medicaid, or private insurance coverage for hospital services, medications, pharmaceutical supplies, and post-discharge care at skilled nursing facilities or community-based settings
- Notice must recommend that patients contact their health insurance provider or the Office of the Healthcare Advocate to understand the implications of observation status
- Written notice must be signed and dated by the patient, legal guardian, conservator, or other authorized representative
- Effective date is October 1, 2014
Legislative Description
An Act Concerning Notice Of A Patient's Observation Status.
Last Action
Signed by the Governor
6/12/2014
Committee Referrals
Public Health3/7/2014
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