Code of Maine Rules
10 - DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
144 - DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES - GENERAL
Chapter 709 - CRITICAL CONGENITAL HEART DEFECTS SCREENING
Section 144-709-10.0 - PARENTAL REFUSAL OF THE SCREENING TESTS
Universal Citation: 10 ME Code Rules ยง 144-709-10.0
Current through 2024-38, September 18, 2024
10.1 In the instance of parental refusal of the CCHD screening tests on religious grounds, the parental refusal shall be stated in writing using the refusal form provided or available on the Maine CDC Birth Defects Program website at www.mainepublichealth.gov/birthdefects/and made a part of the infant's medical record.
10.2 The administrator of hospitals and birthing centers, principal birthing attendants and primary health care providers shall ensure that the Maine CDC Birth Defects Program, Maine Department of Health and Human Services is notified in writing of the parental refusal within 5 days of the infant's birth.
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