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Laws and Regulations Washington State Department of …

(Just Now) WEBAn RCW give state agencies the authority to administer rules. The Washington Administrative Code (WAC) is the list of rules that state agencies administer. A Sunrise Review is an evaluation of a proposal to change the laws regulating health …

https://doh.wa.gov/you-and-your-family/infants-children-and-teens-links-and-services/childrens-health-and-safety/genetic-services/laws-and-regulations

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Chapter 2A: Consent to Healthcare Rules - WSSHA

(1 days ago) WEBVolume 1: Patient Care Information, Treatment and Rights 2A-2 Washington Health Law Manual—Fourth Edition 4817-9944-4017.05 2A.1 Part A …

http://wssha.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/HLM_Chapter2A.pdf

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WA Health Law Manual 3rd Edition – WSSHA

(9 days ago) WEBThe Washington Health Law Manual is in its third edition and maintained in an online format. The manual was previously published in hard copy in 1996 and 1998. In 1996, …

https://wssha.org/washington-health-law-manual/3rd-edition/

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Patient Bill of Rights Washington state Office of the …

(8 days ago) WEBCall us at 800-562-6900, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday - Friday. Live chat with us. Contact us to ask an insurance question. Washington state's Patient Bill of Rights guarantees health …

https://www.insurance.wa.gov/patient-bill-rights

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Washington Health Care Laws - FindLaw

(7 days ago) WEBHealth care law includes the regulation of Medicare and Medicaid, patient rights, the handling of confidential medical records, euthanasia, and several estate …

https://www.findlaw.com/state/washington-law/washington-health-care-laws.html

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New Washington State Laws Relating to Reproductive Health …

(2 days ago) WEB“Protected health care services” subject to the Shield Law includes both “reproductive health care services” and “gender-affirming treatment” that are lawful in …

https://www.wsha.org/articles/new-washington-state-laws-relating-to-reproductive-health-services-and-gender-affirming-care

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Washington Quietly Passed One of the Strongest Universal Health …

(1 days ago) WEBWashington's new law actually requires the state to "begin any necessary federal application process within 60 days of its availability." So a literal reading …

https://www.thestranger.com/slog/2021/05/19/57468126/washington-quietly-passed-one-of-the-strongest-universal-health-care-laws-in-the-country

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Effective July 28, 2019: Changes to State Law on Medical Decision

(6 days ago) WEBEHB 1175 creates new classes of persons who may consent to health care on behalf of a person who is not competent to consent, provides immunity to providers …

https://www.wsha.org/articles/19127/

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Benefits health plans must cover under Washington state law

(8 days ago) WEBThere are essential health benefits that must be covered under the Affordable Care Act.Under Washington state law, certain individual/family and group plans must …

https://www.insurance.wa.gov/benefits-health-plans-must-cover-under-washington-state-law

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When can a minor access health care without parental consent?

(8 days ago) WEBWashington State’s general age of majority for health care, meaning you can get healthcare services in Washington without an authorized adult’s permission, is …

https://www.washingtonlawhelp.org/resource/i-am-under-age-18-can-i-get-health-care-without-an-adults-consent

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Providing Health Care to Minors under Washington Law

(7 days ago) WEBWhile Washington State’s general age of majority for health care is 18 (RCW 26.28.010), a single, unemancipated* minor can receive treatment without parental consent in the …

https://depts.washington.edu/uwhatc/PDF/guidelines/Minors%20Health%20Care%20Rights%20Washington%20State.pdf

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Health Care Coverage Rights and Responsibilities

(7 days ago) WEBDiscrimination is against the law. The Washington Health Benefit Exchange and Health Care Authority . complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not …

https://www.hca.wa.gov/assets/free-or-low-cost/18-003.pdf

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Health Care Privacy: Closing the Gaps in HIPAA Regulation

(5 days ago) WEBIn 2023, several states also passed data protection legislation focused on protecting consumer health data. Washington state was the first mover by enacting the …

https://www.crowell.com/en/insights/publications/health-care-privacy-closing-the-gaps-in-hipaa-regulation

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Employment-related health insurance frequently asked questions

(1 days ago) WEBFrequently asked questions about employment-related health insurance in Washington state from the Office of the Insurance Commissioner. Registering as a health care …

https://www.insurance.wa.gov/employment-related-health-insurance-frequently-asked-questions

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Army reservist Robert Card's family describes - Washington Times

(Just Now) WEBThe sister and brother-in-law of an Army reservist responsible for killing 18 people in Maine gave an emotional apology for the deadly rampage on Thursday, and …

https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2024/may/16/army-reservist-robert-cards-family-describes-strug/

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Chapter 24: Washington State Fraud and Abuse Prohibitions

(1 days ago) WEBThe focus of this chapter is on the Washington state health care fraud and abuse laws. While a brief overview of the federal laws is provided for context, there are numerous …

http://wssha.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/HLM_Chapter24.pdf

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Telehealth in Washington State - Washington State Department of …

(Just Now) WEBTelehealth care takes place where the patient is located at the time of the appointment. This means that practice laws and requirements in the patient's location regulate healthcare …

https://doh.wa.gov/public-health-provider-resources/telehealth/telehealth-washington-state

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Broad Public Support for Legal Abortion Persists 2 Years After Dobbs

(7 days ago) WEBThis share has grown 4 percentage points since 2021 – the year prior to the 2022 decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization that overturned Roe. …

https://www.pewresearch.org/politics/2024/05/13/broad-public-support-for-legal-abortion-persists-2-years-after-dobbs/

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Senators to seek billions for AI research, push for regulation - The

(8 days ago) WEBThe plan reviews a host of issues — including AI’s effect on the military, health care and workers, according to people who have been briefed on the plan, who spoke …

https://www.washingtonpost.com/technology/2024/05/13/congress-ai-laws-research-regulation-schumer/

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Providing Information to Patients - Washington State Department …

(2 days ago) WEBWhat is House Bill 1608 Health Care Providers--Providing Information to Patients? This law, chapter 102, Laws of 2020, prohibits health care entities from limiting health care …

https://doh.wa.gov/public-health-healthcare-providers/healthcare-professions-and-facilities/providing-information-patients

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DHS Announces Proposed Rule and Other Measures to Enhance …

(7 days ago) WEBWASHINGTON – As part of the Biden-Harris Administration’s continued efforts to enhance the security of our border and deliver more timely consequences for …

https://www.dhs.gov/news/2024/05/09/dhs-announces-proposed-rule-and-other-measures-enhance-security-streamline-asylum

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