Alaska Statutes (Last Updated: January 11, 2017) |
Title 18. HEALTH, SAFETY, HOUSING, HUMAN RIGHTS, AND PUBLIC DEFENDER. |
Chapter 18.20. HOSPITALS AND NURSING FACILITIES. |
Article 18.20.05. DISCHARGE OF HOSPITAL PATIENTS. |
Section 18.20.540. Construction of provisions. [Effective January 1, 2017]..
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The provisions of AS 18.20.500 - 18.20.590 may not be construed to
(1) create a right of action against a hospital, a hospital employee, or a contractor of the hospital, including a person who contracts with the hospital to provide instruction to a designated caregiver, based on an action performed or not performed under AS 18.20.500 - 18.20.590; or
(2) replace, change, or otherwise affect rights or remedies that are provided under another provision of law, including common law.
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History
(Sec. 1 ch 47 SLA 2016)