Sec. 1. As used in this chapter, "after care" means assistance provided by a lay caregiver to a patient in the patient's residence under an at home care plan following the patient's discharge from a hospital. The assistance may include any of the following:
(1) Assisting with basic activities of daily living.
(2) Assisting with instrumental activities of daily living.
(3) Assisting with medical or nursing tasks, including:
(A) managing wound care;
(B) assisting in administering medications; or
(C) operating medical equipment.
As added by P.L.137-2015, SEC.6.
Structure Indiana Code
Chapter 12. The Caregiver Advise, Record, and Enable (Care) Act
16-21-12-2. "At Home Care Plan"
16-21-12-4. "Health Care Representative"
16-21-12-9. Hospital Attempt to Consult With Lay Caregiver; at Home Care Plan
16-21-12-11. No Interference or Delay of Medical Care if Unable to Contact Lay Caregiver
16-21-12-12. No Requirement to Designate Lay Caregiver
16-21-12-13. No Obligation for Lay Caregiver to Perform After Care
16-21-12-14. No Interference With, Delay, or Affect on Patient Care
16-21-12-16. No New Reimbursement Requirements Under Chapter