Indiana Code 12-10-13-16.2. Ombudsman; access to persons, places, records, and other information
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Sec. 16.2. In accordance with this chapter, an ombudsman must be provided access to the following:
(2) As provided in section 16.4 of this chapter, a resident’s medical, financial, and social records.
(1) Long term care facilities and the residents of the long term care facilities.
Terms Used In Indiana Code 12-10-13-16.2
- legal representative: means :
Indiana Code 12-10-13-3.3
- ombudsman: means an individual or entity designated by the state ombudsman to investigate and resolve local complaints and concerns regarding the health, safety, welfare, or rights of residents. See Indiana Code 12-10-13-4.5
(3) If the resident is incapable of giving consent, as determined by the attending physician or as otherwise determined under state law, the name, address, and telephone number of the resident’s legal representative.
As added by P.L.139-1993, SEC.16. Amended by P.L.168-2018, SEC.21.