Ind. Code § 16-36-5-17

Identification devices

As added by P.L.148-1999, SEC.12. Amended by P.L.50-2021, SEC.54.
  1. (a) The emergency medical services commission shall develop an out of hospital DNR identification device that must be:

    1. (1) a necklace or bracelet; and
    2. (2) inscribed with:

      1. (A) the declarant's name;
      2. (B) the declarant's date of birth; and
      3. (C) the words "Do Not Resuscitate".
  2. (b) An out of hospital DNR identification device may be created for a declarant only after an out of hospital DNR declaration and order has been executed by a declarant and an attending physician, advanced practice registered nurse, or physician assistant.
  3. (c) The device developed under subsection (a) is not a substitute for the out of hospital DNR declaration and order.

As added by P.L.148-1999, SEC.12. Amended by P.L.50-2021, SEC.54.

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