LibGuides: Abortion Laws : Ohio and Federal: Ohio Administrative Code

Introduction

Six full-service abortion clinics (ambulatory surgical centers) are currently open in Ohio. Three additional clinics provide medication abortion services. Additional clinics in neighboring states also provide care.

Some of the Ohio Rules below may be unconstitutional now that abortion is a right in the Ohio Constitution.

Ohio Administrative Code Sections

OAC Sec. 3701-68-10
No state funding for abortions, except in a medical emergency
OAC Sec. 3701-83-19(E)
Each ambulatory surgical facility “shall have a written transfer agreement with a hospital for transfer of patients in the event of medical complications, emergency situations, and for other needs as they arise.”
OAC Sec. 3701-83-20
Building and site requirements; equipment - ambulatory surgical facilities.
OAC Sec. 3701-83-21
Medical records - ambulatory surgical facilities
OAC Sec. 3701-83-22
Quality assessment and performance improvement system - ambulatory surgical facilities.
OAC Sec. 5160-17-01
Restrictions on reimbursement for abortions under medicaid.

Abortion Laws : Ohio and Federal: Ohio Administrative Code

Introduction

Ohio Administrative Code Sections

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