Tag: patient rights
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Nurse Arrested for Upholding Patient Rights During Police Request
Get Pregnant Fast In a troubling incident that highlights the tension between law enforcement and healthcare professionals, charge nurse Leah Carson was forcibly arrested while on duty at the University of Utah Hospital’s burn unit. The situation escalated when Detective Mark Johnson from the Salt Lake City Police Department demanded blood samples from a comatose…
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Anthem Blue Cross/Blue Shield Implements Non-Emergency ER Charges for Members
Get Pregnant Fast In recent developments affecting individuals with chronic illnesses or disabilities, Anthem Blue Cross/Blue Shield has announced a new policy that could significantly impact ER visits for its members in Georgia, Missouri, and Kentucky. As reported by NBC News, beginning July 1, Anthem members will be responsible for the expenses incurred during emergency…