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2012 Wisconsin Statutes & Annotations
440. Department of safety and professional services.
440.985 Informed consent.

Universal Citation:
WI Stat § 440.985 (2012 through Act 45)
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440.985  Informed consent. A licensed midwife shall, at an initial consultation with a client, provide a copy of the rules promulgated by the department under this subchapter and disclose to the client orally and in writing all of the following:

440.985(1) (1) The licensed midwife's experience and training.

440.985(2) (2) Whether the licensed midwife has malpractice liability insurance coverage and the policy limits of any such coverage.

440.985(3) (3) A protocol for medical emergencies, including transportation to a hospital, particular to each client.

440.985(4) (4) Any other information required by department rule.

History: 2005 a. 292.

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