Section 16-41-39.4-11 - Lead poisoning screening(a) A health care provider who provides health care services to a child who is less than six (6) years of age shall do the following:(1) Determine whether the child has had a blood lead screening test.(2) If the child has had a blood lead screening test, determine at what age the child was tested and the results of the blood lead screening test.(3) If the child has not had a blood lead screening test and is: (A) at least nine (9) months old; and(B) less than seventy-two (72) months old; offer a lead poisoning screening in accordance with guidance and standards established by the state department under section 10 of this chapter.
(b) Nothing in this section shall be construed to require a parent or guardian to have their child receive a blood lead screening test.(c) This section expires December 31, 2026.Added by P.L. 80-2022,SEC. 2, eff. 1/1/2023.