EMTALA Resource Manual

Disclaimer This manual was developed and written by members of the Missouri EMTALA Task Force. Individuals using this manual should understand that it is not intended to provide legal or medical advice. This manual should not be a substitute for consulting with legal and other professionals who are familiar with EMTALA compliance issues. These forms are not intended to be a substitute for thorough and accurate documentation of any medical screening examination and/or treatment provided to a patient.

Gerald M. Sill, J.D. Senior Vice President and General Counsel Anne C. Curchin, J.D. Associate General Counsel   EMTALA Table of Contents

The manual is intended to provide hospitals and various health related organizations with information and resources that may assist them in developing, in consultation with legal counsel, a plan for compliance with EMTALA. It is not intended to create a standard of practice. The forms provided are merely samples, and their use is not required in any way. The forms should be reviewed by appropriate legal, medical and other professionals before being used.

The statutes and regulations upon which this manual is based are those in effect at the time of its initial publication unless otherwise specified.