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Alabama Code Title 22. Health, Mental Health, and Environmental Control § 22-21-435

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Notwithstanding any of the foregoing, healthcare facilities shall, at all times, allow family or caregiver presence for the following:

(1) End-of-life care, including clergy visitation for end-of-life care.

(2) Support for patients with disabilities, including cognitive or developmental disabilities, where presence of the family or caregiver is integral to the patient's clinical care.

(3) Pediatric care where the parent or legal guardian is required to be present.

Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Alabama Code Title 22. Health, Mental Health, and Environmental Control § 22-21-435 - last updated January 01, 2019 | https://codes.findlaw.com/al/title-22-health-mental-health-and-environmental-control/al-code-sect-22-21-435/


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