Montana § 50-2-119 - Nursing Services
Full text of Montana Montana Code Annotated § 50-2-119 — Nursing Services, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 50-2-119. Nursing Services
Nursing services. (1) A local board may employ a qualified nurse for nursing services to persons under a physician's care who are confined to their homes. (2) Before nursing services are provided, a physician must: (a) determine that the person needs the services of a visiting nurse; (b) direct the nurse to visit the person; (c) specify the type and duration of services to be performed by the nurse. (3) Persons shall pay for the services at rates set by the local board. Local boards, on behalf of persons receiving services, may accept payment from persons or public agencies either directly from or by contract with the person or agency. All payments received shall be deposited in a special county or city fund and used to defray expenses of providing the service.
Frequently Asked Questions About Montana § 50-2-119
What does Montana Code Annotated § 50-2-119 cover?
Section 50-2-119 ("Nursing Services") is part of the Montana Code Annotated, the codified statutory law of Montana. 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 Montana § 50-2-119?
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Is this the official text of Montana law?
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