FL H0161

Repeals section 383.336 of Florida Statutes relating to practice parameters for physicians performing cesarean section deliveries in provider hospitals.

Requires hospitals to notify each obstetrical physician with hospital privileges at least 120 days before closing its obstetrical department or ceasing to provide obstetrical services.

Clarifies that notification to patients about adverse incidents resulting in serious harm does not constitute an admission of liability and may not be introduced as evidence.

Effective date: July 1, 2015.