Alternative Birthing Center definition

Alternative Birthing Center means: a birthing center operating as part of a Hospital; or a freestanding facility solely engaged in providing an alternative to conventional obstetrics which; is licensed as such and operating within the scope of the license; is directed by a Physician specializing in obstetrics or gynecology; has a Physician or a Certified Nurse-Midwife present at all births and during the immediate post-partum period; is equipped and has a trained staff or has a written agreement with a Hospital to handle emergencies including the transfer of a patient or child; and maintains medical records on each patient and provides an ongoing quality assurance program.

Examples of Alternative Birthing Center in a sentence

  • Alternative Birthing Center Services (exclusive of professional charges).