KRS 202A.161: Timing of initial examination and report.

Any person admitted to a hospital pursuant to the provisions of this chapter shall be

initially examined by an authorized staff physician of the hospital or, with permission of

the facility's governing body and in accordance with the applicable provisions of the

facility's medical staff bylaws, policies, and procedures, a physician assistant as defined in

KRS 311.550, or an advanced practice registered nurse licensed under KRS Chapter 314

as soon as practicable but not later than thirty -six (36) hours (excl uding weekends and

holidays) and a report entered into the medical record not later than forty-eight (48) hours

(excluding weekends and holidays) after his admission.