This bill proposes to amend Arizona Revised Statutes by adding a new section, 36-2231, which specifically addresses the role of certified nurse midwives, certified professional midwives, and licensed midwives during emergency medical situations related to out-of-hospital births. Under the new law, if these midwives request an ambulance by dialing 911, they are permitted to accompany the patient to the hospital and continue providing necessary medical care during transport.

Currently, there are no specific provisions in the law that allow midwives to accompany patients in ambulances or provide care during transport. This bill would therefore enhance the legal framework surrounding emergency medical services by explicitly granting these midwives the authority to participate in the care of their patients in emergency situations, thereby improving continuity of care during critical moments.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 36-2231