Iowa · statute · Iowa Code ch. 144F · 7 active provisions
As used in this chapter, unless the context otherwise requires: 1. “Aftercare assistance” means any assistance provided by a lay caregiver to a patient following discharge of the patient that involves tasks directly related to the patient’s condition at the time of discharge, does not require a licensed professional, a…
1. a. A hospital shall adopt and maintain evidence-based discharge policies and procedures. At a minimum, the policies and procedures shall provide for an assessment of the patient’s ability for self-care after discharge and, as part of the assessment, shall provide a patient, or if applicable the patient’s legal repre…
If a lay caregiver is designated under section 144F.2, the hospital shall, in accordance with the hospital’s established policies and procedures, attempt to notify the lay caregiver of the discharge of the patient as soon as practicable.
1. If a lay caregiver is designated under section 144F.2, as soon as practicable prior to discharge of a patient, a hospital shall attempt to do all of the following: a. Consult with the patient’s lay caregiver to prepare the lay caregiver for the aftercare assistance the lay caregiver may provide. b. Issue a discharge…
A hospital’s discharge process may incorporate established evidence-based practices, including but not limited to any of the following: 1. The standards for accreditation adopted by the joint commission or any other nationally recognized hospital accreditation organization. 2. The conditions of participation for hospit…
Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to interfere with the authority or responsibilities of an agent operating under a valid durable power of attorney for health care pursuant to chapter 144B or of the powers and duties granted to a guardian pursuant to section 232D.401, 232D.402, or 633.635.
1. Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to create a private right of action against a hospital, a hospital employee, or any consultant or contractor with whom a hospital has a contractual relationship, or to limit or otherwise supersede or replace existing rights or remedies under any other provision of law. 2. N…