Vermont § 5222 - Reports
Full text of Vermont Vermont Statutes Online § 5222 — Reports, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5222. Reports
- (a)(1) The following fetal deaths shall be reported by the hospital, licensed health care
professional, or funeral director directly to the Commissioner within seven days after
delivery on forms prescribed by the Department: (A) All fetal deaths of 20 or more weeks of gestation or, if gestational age is unknown,
of 400 or more grams, 15 or more ounces, fetal weight shall be reported. (B) All therapeutic or induced abortions, as legally authorized to be performed, of any
length gestation or weight shall be reported. (2) Spontaneous abortions and ectopic pregnancies of less than 20 weeks gestation are
not required to be reported.
Frequently Asked Questions About Vermont § 5222
What does Vermont Statutes Online § 5222 cover?
Section 5222 ("Reports") is part of the Vermont Statutes Online, the codified statutory law of Vermont. 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 Vermont § 5222?
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Is this the official text of Vermont law?
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