IC 27-8-14.3-8: "Nationally recognized clinical practice guidelines"

Sec. 8. As used in this chapter, "nationally recognized clinical practice guidelines" means evidence based clinical practice guidelines that:

(1) are developed by an independent organization or medical professional society that:

(A) uses a transparent methodology and reporting structure; and

(B) has a conflict of interest policy;

(2) establish standards of care informed by:

(A) a systematic review of evidence; and

(B) an assessment of the benefits and risks of alternative care options; and

(3) include recommendations intended to optimize patient care.