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The screening/counseling initiative employed by HCA facilities in Houston and Ocala, FL, appears to be in compliance with the Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act (EMTALA), says one expert. However, he notes that there are many aspects of the act that apply to these processes, and it’s crucial that ED managers understand what they are and how they can affect the design of such initiatives.

ED managers: Know your EMTALA guidelines