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Home » US Law » 2022 Rhode Island General Laws » Title 23 - Health and Safety » Chapter 23-12.1 - Hemophilia Care Program

Section 23-12.1-1. – “Hemophilia” defined.

§ 23-12.1-1. “Hemophilia” defined. For purposes of this chapter, “Hemophilia” means a bleeding tendency resulting from a genetically determined deficiency of a clotting factor in the blood. History of Section.P.L. 1977, ch. 209, § 1.

Section 23-12.1-2. – Establishment of program.

§ 23-12.1-2. Establishment of program. The state department of health, referred to in this chapter as “the department”, shall establish a program for the care and treatment of persons suffering from hemophilia. This program shall assist persons who require continuing treatment with blood and blood derivatives to avoid crippling, extensive hospitalization, and other effects associated […]

Section 23-12.1-3. – Duties of department of health.

§ 23-12.1-3. Duties of department of health. The department shall: (1) Develop standards for determining eligibility for care and treatment under this program; (2) Extend financial assistance to persons suffering from hemophilia in obtaining blood, blood derivatives and concentrates, and other efficacious agents for use in hospital, medical and dental facilities, and at home, or […]