(a) If failure to take a professional review action may result in an imminent danger to the health of any individual, the hospital may immediately suspend or restrict the medical staff membership or clinical privileges of a physician.
(b) If an action is taken under subsection (a) of this section, then the hospital shall follow all the other provisions of this subchapter as soon as practicable following the suspension or restriction.
(c) In the case of a suspension or restriction of clinical privileges, for a period of not longer than fourteen (14) days, during which an investigation is being conducted to determine the need for a professional review action:
(1) No hearing is required to be held regarding the suspension;
(2) The parties shall comply with § 20-9-1309 and all other applicable provisions of this subchapter; and
(3) The physician shall be given the opportunity to discuss the case with the individual or individuals conducting the investigation during the fourteen (14) days before any recommendation or decision is made about continuing the suspension or restriction.
Structure Arkansas Code
Title 20 - Public Health and Welfare
Subtitle 2 - Health and Safety
Chapter 9 - Health Facilities and Services Generally
Subchapter 13 - Arkansas Peer Review Fairness Act
§ 20-9-1302. Findings and intent
§ 20-9-1304. Standards for professional review actions and professional review activities
§ 20-9-1308. Relationship to other laws and regulations
§ 20-9-1309. Standards for investigations