An updated version of the 'Advance Directives - Your Right to Decide' brochure has been released by the Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH).  Included in the revision is information related to the new Physician Orders for Scope of Treatment (POST) form which Indiana has approved beginning July 1, 2013.  The brochure also now includes Out of Hospital Do Not Resuscitate Declaration and Order guidance.  

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If your nursing facility's Social Service department is needing assistance with compliance regarding code status, Advance Directives, or end-of-life documentation, contact Simmons Healthcare Consulting, LLC at julie@simmonshc.com.