Code of Maryland Regulations
Title 12 - DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY AND CORRECTIONAL SERVICES
Subtitle 02 - DIVISION OF CORRECTION
Chapter 12.02.09 - Medical Services
Section 12.02.09.02 - Inmate Pregnancy
Universal Citation: MD Code Reg 12.02.09.02
Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 19, September 20, 2024
A. Assessment and Treatment.
(1) The health services provider shall provide a complete history, physical examination, and definitive laboratory test to determine pregnancy when requested by:
(a) The inmate;
(b) Medical staff; or
(c) The warden.
(2) Prenatal and postpartum care shall be provided in accordance with acceptable health services standards to include:
(a) Regular appointments with an accredited obstetrical clinic;
(b) Medications as necessary; and
(c) Patient education.
B. The Commissioner shall ensure that standards are developed to address:
(1) Prenatal care;
(2) Postnatal care;
(3) Postpartum care;
(4) Abortion;
(5) Hospital admission;
(6) Disposition of the child in accordance with Correctional Services Article, §
9-601, Annotated Code of Maryland; and
(7) Executive clemency.
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