Section 19-310.2 – Protocol for Sexual Assault Medical Forensic Examinations

    On or before July 1, 2014, each hospital that provides emergency medical services shall have a protocol to provide timely access to a sexual assault medical forensic examination by a forensic nurse examiner or a physician to a victim of an alleged rape or sexual offense who arrives at the hospital for treatment.

Section 19-310.3 – Development of Protocol for Discharge of Patient With Substance Use Disorder

    (a)    On or before January 1, 2018, each hospital shall have a protocol for discharging a patient who was treated by the hospital for a drug overdose or was identified as having a substance use disorder.     (b)    The protocol may include:         (1)    Coordination with peer recovery counselors who can conduct a screening, a brief intervention, and referral to […]