Code of Maine Rules
10 - DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
144 - DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES - GENERAL
Chapter 279 - RULES RELATING TO THE MAINE NEWBORN HEARING PROGRAM
Section 144-279-6.0 - PARENTAL REFUSAL OF NEWBORN HEARING SCREENING
Universal Citation: 10 ME Code Rules ยง 144-279-6.0
Current through 2024-38, September 18, 2024
6.1 In the event of a parental refusal for newborn hearing screening, the birthing hospital or birthing center shall be responsible to document such refusal, and such documentation shall be made part of the newborn's medical record. The birthing hospital, whenever practical and reasonable, shall obtain the parents' written refusal of hearing screening and provide a copy to the Maine Newborn Hearing Program.
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