Code of Massachusetts Regulations
105 CMR - DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH
Title 105 CMR 142.000 - Operation And Maintenance Of Birth Centers
Subpart C - Governing Body and Administration
Section 142.508 - Transfer of a Client or Newborn

(A) Each birth center shall develop written procedures for the prompt and safe transfer of the obstetrical client and of the newborn for emergency treatment beyond that provided in the birth center.

(B) Whenever a birth center refers a client to the parent facility or to another facility, agency or health care provider, it shall send a copy of relevant portions of the birth center's records on the client to such facility, agency, or provider.

(C) A birth attendant as described in 105 CMR 142.510(A) shall accompany the client and newborn upon transfer to the parent or nearby hospital.