Law effective Nov. 1 requires new birthing hospital discharge instructions

Posted on: 10/18/19


Due to the passage of SB 419, which will be effective on Nov. 1, hospitals that provide labor and delivery services will be required to provide to new mothers complete information about perinatal mental health disorders, including its symptoms, methods of coping with the illness and treatment resources.

Physician practices seeing pregnant and postpartum women are required to offer a screening for mental health and postpartum depression issues.

The Oklahoma Perinatal Quality Improvement Collaborative has developed resources for this requirement. The document contains links with materials and resources for you to add to your discharge instructions. To read the bill, click here. (LaWanna Halstead)

Save the dates for OHA 2022 events

Posted on: 2/18/22


It’s a new year and a new lineup of important events for you and your staff. Don’t miss out on these opportunities to engage in advocacy, education and networking all year long. Mark your calendar now!

OHA Advocacy Day - Tuesday, April 5, Oklahoma History Center. Join us for our annual legislative day. We will begin with a member briefing at 3 p.m., followed by a legislative reception at 5 p.m. Watch for registration materials soon.

OHA-PAC Golf Tournament - Tuesday, June 21, Jimmie Austin Golf Club at OU, Norman. Time and details TBA.

OHA Health Care Leaders Forum - Tuesday, July 19 - Thursday, July 21, Shangri-La Resort, Grand Lake. Watch for registration soon!

OHA Connect 22 - Wednesday, Nov. 9 - Friday, Nov. 11, Oklahoma City Convention Center and Omni Hotel, downtown Oklahoma City. Plan now to attend OHA’s annual conference and exhibit hall. More details to come.

Details on these events and other upcoming education opportunities will be available on the OHA website.