IC 16-22-12-4: Conditions of operation of recipient hospitals

Sec. 4. A hospital that receives financial assistance under this section:

(1) shall be operated for the benefit of all the residents of the county without discrimination;

(2) must have reasonable rates and charges for service that apply to all residents of the county; and

(3) may extend the privileges and use of the hospital to persons residing outside of the county on the terms and conditions the board of directors of the corporation that owns or leases the hospital prescribes.