If a newborn has a positive screening result for congenital cytomegalovirus (cCMV), the birthing facility:

1. (1) Shall notify the parent or guardian and the primary care provider of the newborn of the result through direct personal communication.

   1. (a) For parents or guardians who have limited English proficiency or who prefer to communicate in a language other than English or who communicates in signed language, health care interpreter services shall be provided in accordance with ORS 413.559 and OAR 950-050-0160.
   2. (b) Written information shall be provided in the parent or guardian’s language of choice.
2. (2) Is encouraged to provide the parent or guardian and primary care provider of the newborn with information on congenital cytomegalovirus (cCMV) diagnostic testing and care, consistent with Congenital Cytomegalovirus (cCMV) Diagnostic Testing and Care Protocol.

Statutory/Other Authority

ORS 433.321

Statutes/Other Implemented

ORS 433.321

History

PH 29-2025, adopt filed 12/31/2025, effective 01/01/2026