Iowa Admin. Code r. 641-97.7

Current through Register Vol. 47, No. 11, December 11, 2024

Rule 641-97.7 - Medical certification of fetal death

(1) The medical certification for a fetal death shall be completed by the physician in attendance at or after delivery of the fetus within 72 hours after delivery, except when an inquiry is required by a medical examiner.

(2) When an inquiry by a medical examiner is required, or when a fetal death occurs without medical attendance upon the mother at or after delivery, the medical examiner shall investigate the cause of fetal death and shall complete the medical certification of the fetal death within 72 hours after taking charge of the case.

(3) The physician or medical examiner completing the medical certification of fetal death shall attest to the accuracy either by signature or by an electronic process approved by the state registrar.

Iowa Admin. Code r. 641-97.7

ARC 0483C, IAB 12/12/12, effective 1/16/13; see Delay note at end of chapter