§ 31-7-190. Legislative Intent
The intent of the General Assembly in enacting this article is to improve quality and delivery of patient centered and family focused palliative care in this state. History. Code 1981, § 31-7-190 , enacted by Ga. L. 2016, p. 155, § 1/HB 509.
§ 31-7-191. Definitions
As used in this article, the term: “Commissioner” means the commissioner of community health. “Department” means the Department of Community Health. “Georgia Palliative Care and Quality of Life Advisory Council” or “council” means the advisory council created pursuant to Code Section 31-7-192. “Health care facility” means hospitals; other special care units, including but not limited […]
§ 31-7-192. Georgia Palliative Care and Quality of Life Advisory Council
There is hereby created the Georgia Palliative Care and Quality of Life Advisory Council within the department. The council shall be composed of nine members, as follows: The chairperson of the House Committee on Health and Human Services, or his or her designee; The chairperson of the Senate Health and Human Services Committee, or his […]
§ 31-7-193. Palliative Care Consumer and Professional Information and Education Program
There is established a state-wide Palliative Care Consumer and Professional Information and Education Program within the department. The purpose of the Palliative Care Consumer and Professional Information and Education Program shall be to maximize the effectiveness of palliative care initiatives in this state by ensuring that comprehensive and accurate information and education about palliative care […]