Pennsylvania SB1060 requires health care providers to screen new patients for veteran status before treatment.
Pennsylvania SB1060 amends the Health Care Facilities Act to mandate that health care providers and practitioners screen new patients for veteran status before consulting or providing treatment. The screening involves asking if the patient has served in the United States military, armed forces, or uniformed services. Providers cannot deny care for refusal to share this information, except in emergencies or life-threatening situations. The act will take effect 180 days after enactment.
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