Sec. 15. (a) This chapter may not be construed to interfere with the rights of a health care representative appointed under IC 16-36-1 or a health care representative appointed under IC 16-36-7.
(b) This chapter may not be construed to create a private right of action against a hospital, a hospital employee, or an individual with whom a hospital has a contractual relationship.
(c) No cause of action of any type arises against a hospital, a hospital employee, a staff member, or an individual with whom a hospital has a contractual relationship based upon an act or omission of a lay caregiver.
As added by P.L.137-2015, SEC.6. Amended by P.L.50-2021, SEC.34.
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