Louisiana § RS 40:1124.1 - Screening for prenatal and postpartum health disorders
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 40:1124.1 — Screening for prenatal and postpartum health disorders, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 40:1124.1. Screening for prenatal and postpartum health disorders
Healthcare providers who provide prenatal and postpartum care to women shall screen for the signs and symptoms of hypertension and preeclampsia through a validated screening tool in accordance with the recommendations from the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists if, in the exercise of their professional medical judgment, the healthcare providers believe that such screening would be in the best interest of the patient.
Acts 2024, No. 299, §1, eff. May 28, 2024.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 40:1124.1
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 40:1124.1 cover?
Section RS 40:1124.1 ("Screening for prenatal and postpartum health disorders") is part of the Louisiana Civil Code, the codified statutory law of Louisiana. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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