North Carolina General Statutes Chapter 131E. Health Care Facilities and Services § 131E-112.6. Patient visitation rights for nursing home residents and combination home residents during a disaster declaration or emergency

Notwithstanding any provision of this Part, Chapter 166A of the General Statutes, or any other provision of law to the contrary, the visitation protocols established by the Secretary under G.S. 131E-112.5 shall be in effect during any period of time when (i) there is a declared disaster or emergency and (ii) a nursing home or combination home licensed under this Part suspends or restricts the normal visitation policy for any reason.