TITLE 77: PUBLIC HEALTH
CHAPTER I: DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH
SUBCHAPTER b: HOSPITALS AND AMBULATORY CARE FACILITIES
PART 264 BIRTH CENTER LICENSING CODE
SECTION 264.1650 LENGTH OF STAY


 

Section 264.1650  Length of Stay

 

The maximum length of stay in a birth center shall be consistent with existing State laws related to health insurance (see 215 ILCS 5/356s) allowing a 48-hour stay or appropriate post-delivery care.  If the postpartum person and infant are discharged earlier than 48 hours, the birth center must ensure arrangements are made to meet all newborn screening requirements pursuant to Section 264.1800(h).