House Bill No. by Representative Miller amends R.S. 40:2109(B)(6) to establish new classifications and standards for hospitals in Louisiana. The bill specifically removes the exemption that previously allowed hospitals in parishes with populations of 250,000 or less to avoid the requirement of having in-house obstetric anesthesia personnel available on a 24-hour basis. This change aims to ensure that all hospitals, regardless of their location, adhere to uniform standards for providing obstetric medical services.

The effective date for this legislation is set for January 1, 2026. By eliminating the previous exemptions, the bill seeks to enhance the quality of care in hospitals across the state, ensuring that they are equipped to provide necessary anesthesia services promptly, thereby improving patient safety and outcomes in obstetric care.