Could anyone please tell me the name of the bill passed back in the 90's, I think ... (medical, law)

[AnnaGrrrrrl]

that required emergency rooms to treat everyone seeking medical attention. I have tried to find it via the internet and I do not have the name of the bill or the year and I know that I have seen a post about it on here. Thank you!

[HoustonCynic]

Originally Posted by AnnaGrrrrrl

that required emergency rooms to treat everyone seeking medical attention. I have tried to find it via the internet and I do not have the name of the bill or the year and I know that I have seen a post about it on here. Thank you!

Hospitals Told Not to Delay Emergency Room Treatment - The New York Times

A 1986 law prohibits hospitals from rejecting or ''dumping'' patients who request care in emergency rooms and also prohibits them from delaying care to check on insurance coverage.

Under the 1986 law, a person injured by a hospital's refusal to provide emergency care may sue the hospital for damages.

[AnnaGrrrrrl]

Thank you so much! I appreciate the help!

[andreabeth]

Originally Posted by AnnaGrrrrrl

Thank you so much! I appreciate the help!

Anna, the bill is the EMTALA (Emergency Treatment and Active Labor Act). I believe it was passed in 1986.