(a) As used in this section, “CMV” means cytomegalovirus.
Terms Used In Tennessee Code 68-5-113
Birth defects: means those abnormalities of body structure or function present at birth that adversely affect the intellectual capacity, health or abilities of affected individuals. See Tennessee Code 68-5-501
Obligation: An order placed, contract awarded, service received, or similar transaction during a given period that will require payments during the same or a future period.
(b) If a healthcare provider as defined by § 63-6-703, who assumes responsibility for the prenatal care of either pregnant women during gestation or women who may become pregnant, has determined that a patient is at risk of contracting CMV, the healthcare provider or the healthcare provider’s facility shall inform that patient regarding:
(1) The incidence of CMV;(2) The transmission of CMV to at-risk women who are pregnant or who may become pregnant;(3)Birth defects caused by congenital CMV;(4) Methods of diagnosing congenital CMV; and(5) Available preventative measures.(c) Healthcare providers covered under subsection (b) are encouraged to provide all other patients with information identifying where the patients can learn about CMV.(d)(1) Nothing in this section shall be construed to create or impose liability for failing to comply with the requirements of this section.(2) Nothing in this section shall be deemed to create a duty of care or other legal obligation beyond the requirements set forth in this section.
