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Federal law requires that hospitals with a dedicated
emergency rooms must:
- Provide a Medical Screening Examination to every
patient who comes to the hospital requesting emergency examination
or treatment
- Provide the patient with the necessary stabilizing
treatment that is within the capabilities of the hospital until
the patient is stable for transfer or discharge
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These services must be provided to each patient regardless
of the patient’s financial condition
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In addition, the hospital cannot delay the treatment
to inquire about the patient’s insurance or financial status
