Tennessee § 68-11-228 - “Home care organization” and “solicit” defined.
Full text of Tennessee Tennessee Code Annotated § 68-11-228 — “Home care organization” and “solicit” defined., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 68-11-228. “Home care organization” and “solicit” defined.
As used in §§ 68-11-228 — 68-11-231, “home care organization” has the meaning as set forth in § 68-11-201. Except as otherwise provided, “solicit,” as used in §§ 68-11-228 — 68-11-231, means contact with a patient knowingly being treated by another home care organization for the purpose of attempting to persuade the patient to change home care organizations. “Solicit” specifically includes, but is not limited to, contacts by an existing or former employee of a home care organization for the purpose of persuading a patient of that home care organization to change to another home care organization. “Solicit,” as used in §§ 68-11-228 — 68-11-231, does not include a home care organization's communications to the general public or any advertising of services through means of direct mail. The prohibition on solicitation set forth in this section shall in no way prevent a physician from making a recommendation to a patient that the patient use a particular home care organization's services based upon the physician's independent judgment. Acts 1995, ch. 526, § 1.
Source: official Tennessee text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Tennessee § 68-11-228
What does Tennessee Code Annotated § 68-11-228 cover?
Section 68-11-228 ("“Home care organization” and “solicit” defined.") is part of the Tennessee Code Annotated, the codified statutory law of Tennessee. 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 Tennessee § 68-11-228?
A common citation format is "Tennessee Code Annotated § 68-11-228" (Tennessee). 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 Tennessee law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Tennessee official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Tennessee attorney.
How does Tennessee § 68-11-228 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Tennessee can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Tennessee.