1. (a) Except as provided in Section 2812, a physician and surgeon shall notify the local health officer within seven (7) calendar days of every patient 14 years of age or older, when a physician and surgeon has diagnosed a disorder characterized by lapses of consciousness (as defined in Section 2806) in a patient.

2. (b) The report prepared pursuant to subsection (a) of this section shall include:

   1. (1) The name, address, date of birth, and diagnosis of the patient; and
   2. (2) The name, address, and phone number of the physician and surgeon making the report.

Note: Authority cited: Sections 100275 and 103900, Health and Safety Code. Reference: Section 103900, Health and Safety Code.

History

1. New article 2 (sections 2810-2812) and section filed 5-17-2000; operative 10-2-2000 (Register 2000, No. 20).