This chapter shall not be interpreted or construed to alter, expand, or diminish established standards of medical care applicable to physicians licensed to practice medicine. Notwithstanding any provision of this chapter to the contrary, the requirement to develop and implement written policies and procedures as outlined in Section 22-56-7 shall not apply to the private offices of physicians licensed to practice medicine.
Structure Code of Alabama
Title 22 - Health, Mental Health, and Environmental Control.
Chapter 56 - Mental Health Consumers' Rights Act.
Section 22-56-1 - Short Title.
Section 22-56-2 - Definitions.
Section 22-56-3 - Legislative Declarations.
Section 22-56-5 - Department to Establish Official Standards for Certification.
Section 22-56-6 - Abuse, Exploitation, Neglect - Penalties; Reporting to Agencies.
Section 22-56-9 - Construction With Other Law.
Section 22-56-10 - No Reduction or Expansion of Rights Beyond Rights Guaranteed Other Persons.