Ohio HB789 mandates that emergency departments be supervised by a physician who is on duty, available, and coordinating care.

Ohio HB789 requires hospitals and freestanding emergency departments to ensure a physician is on duty, supervising staff, and coordinating care during operation hours. The bill defines "freestanding emergency department" and "physician" for clarity. This supervision includes being immediately available to the staff and continuously involved in providing emergency care.

Ohio HB789 mandates that emergency departments be supervised by a physician who is on duty, available, and coordinating care.

Ohio HB789 requires hospitals and freestanding emergency departments to ensure a physician is on duty, supervising staff, and coordinating care during operation hours. The bill defines "freestanding emergency department" and "physician" for clarity. This supervision includes being immediately available to the staff and continuously involved in providing emergency care.