Section 210 ILCS 170/20 - Linkages(a) A birth center shall link and integrate its services with at least one birthing hospital with a minimum of a Level 1 perinatal designation.(b) A birth center shall have an established agreement with a nearby receiving birthing hospital with policies and procedures for timely transfer of maternal and neonatal patients. The agreement shall include a determination of maternal and neonatal conditions necessitating consultation and referral. This should include plans for communication with the receiving hospital before and after transfer.Added by P.A. 102-0518,§ 20, eff. 8/20/2021.