Maryland Statutes
Part XI - Designation of Lay Caregivers
Section 19-383 - Consultation With Caregiver Prior to Discharge of Patient

(a)    As soon as practicable before discharge of a patient, a hospital shall attempt to:
        (1)    Consult with the patient’s lay caregiver to prepare the lay caregiver for aftercare; and
        (2)    Issue a discharge plan that describes the aftercare needs of the patient.
    (b)    The inability of a hospital to consult with a patient’s designated lay caregiver may not interfere with, delay, or otherwise affect the medical care provided to the patient or the patient’s discharge.

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