Massachusetts § 12BB - Lead poisoning screening
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 12BB — Lead poisoning screening, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 12BB. Lead poisoning screening
Section 12BB. Each physician duly registered under the provisions of section two, two A, nine, nine A, or nine B shall screen patients for lead poisoning at the intervals and using the methods specified in the regulations adopted pursuant to section one hundred and ninety-three of chapter one hundred and eleven. Each licensed, registered or approved health care facility serving children under six years of age, including but not limited to hospitals and clinics licensed under the provisions of section fifty-one of chapter one hundred and eleven and health maintenance organizations approved under the provisions of chapter one hundred and seventy-six G, shall take appropriate steps to ensure that their patients receive such lead poisoning screening.
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 12BB
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 12BB cover?
Section 12BB ("Lead poisoning screening") is part of the Massachusetts General Laws, the codified statutory law of Massachusetts. 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 Massachusetts § 12BB?
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Is this the official text of Massachusetts law?
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How does Massachusetts § 12BB apply to my situation?
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