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D.C. Code § 7-661.01 Definitions
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For the purposes of this chapter, the term: (1) "Attending physician" shall have the same meaning as provided in § 7-621(1); provided, that the attending physician's practice shall not be primarily or solely composed of patients requesting a covered medication. (2) "Capable" mean…
D.C. Code § 7-661.02 Requests for a covered medication
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(a) To request a covered medication, a patient shall: (1) Make 2 oral requests, separated by at least 15 days, to an attending physician. (2) Submit a written request, signed and dated by the patient, to the attending physician before the patient makes his or her 2nd oral request…
D.C. Code § 7-661.03 Responsibilities of the attending physician
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(a) Upon receiving a written request for a covered medication pursuant to § 7-661.02(a)(2), the attending physician shall: (1) Determine that the patient: (A) Has a terminal disease; (B) Is capable; (C) Has made the request voluntarily; and (D) Is a resident of the District of Co…
D.C. Code § 7-661.04 Counseling referral
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(a) If, in the opinion of the attending physician or the consulting physician, a patient may be suffering from a psychiatric or psychological disorder or depression causing impaired judgment, either physician shall refer the patient to counseling. (b) No covered medication shall …
