New Jersey S373 mandates hospitals to notify family members of patients released after drug overdose treatment.
New Jersey S373 requires hospitals to contact a family member of a patient within 72 hours of their release following treatment for a drug overdose. This notification must occur if the hospital has the family member's contact information and doing so complies with federal and state laws, including privacy laws. The bill aims to ensure families are informed about their loved one's condition and hospital release.
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