W. Va. Code § 16B-21-1

Current through 2024 First Special Session

Section 16B-21-1 - Neonatal Abstinence Centers authorized; licensure required

Neonatal abstinence centers are a distinct type of medical facility, providing unique medical services in the state. Neonatal abstinence centers may provide treatment for infants under one year of age suffering from Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome, including, but not limited to, the following services:

(1) Administration of medications;

(2) Pain management;

(3) Scoring, analysis and monitoring of symptoms;

(4) Nursing care;

(5) Plan of care;

(6) Therapeutic handling;

(7) Nutrition management;

(8) Doctor visits; and

(9) Parental training.

W. Va. Code § 16B-21-1

Added by 2024 Acts, ch. TBD (SB 300), eff. 2/8/2024.