Arizona § 36-2224 - Interfacility transportation of patients; requirements
Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 36-2224 — Interfacility transportation of patients; requirements, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 36-2224. Interfacility transportation of patients; requirements
An ambulance service that transports a patient from a hospital within its certificated area to a hospital outside the certificated area is only required to transport that patient under medical direction to the nearest most appropriate facility as defined by federal medicare guidelines for ambulance services. This section shall not apply to any patient transport initiated or undertaken pursuant to the provisions of the federal emergency medical treatment and active labor act.
Source: official Arizona text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 36-2224
What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 36-2224 cover?
Section 36-2224 ("Interfacility transportation of patients; requirements") is part of the Arizona Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Arizona. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Arizona § 36-2224?
A common citation format is "Arizona Revised Statutes § 36-2224" (Arizona). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Arizona law?
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How does Arizona § 36-2224 apply to my situation?
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