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Title: Section 43-1.16 - Return of a tuberculosis patient to location of residence

Effective Date

02/08/1989

43-1.16 Return of a tuberculosis patient to location of residence.

(a) A New York State resident who is receiving tuberculosis health care services in another state and desires to return to New York State shall be referred to the local health official where the patient resides. The information requested of the other state by the local health official regarding the patient, shall include at least the following:

(1) medical history including sufficient clinical data to indicate need for further care and treatment of tuberculosis;

(2) a statement that the patient is physically able to travel without harm to himself or others, and arrangements have been made for his transfer to New York State;

(3) information for residence verification;

(4) a statement indicating the patient's willingness to return to New York State for further care and treatment of tuberculosis; and

(5) names and addresses of individuals who will assume responsibility for the patient.

(b) Once residence is established and the patient is able and willing to return, final arrangements for transfer shall be made by the local health official directly with the authorities of the other state.

(c) When a non-resident tuberculosis patient is willing and able to return to the political subdivision in which the patient resides in another state or country, the local health official where the patient's provider is located, or the Commissioner's designee, shall make arrangements with the health official of the political subdivision in which the patient resides so that the patient can be met on return and be provided the health care services needed. Copies of provider reports shall also be forwarded to said health official.
 

Volume

VOLUME A-1 (Title 10)

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