Nevada Revised Statutes Section 450.800 - Public Health and Safety

County or district hospital may contract for services.

1. In addition to having the powers conferred under chapter 277 of NRS, a county or district hospital may contract with a private hospital or other organization for emergency medical services, including the transportation of patients, or any other services performed in connection with or related to the operation of a hospital. The services may be performed by the parties to the contract or the parties may establish a separate organization for that purpose.

2. A county or district hospital may enter into a contract to provide services:

(a) For persons, whether or not admitted to the hospital, if those services are performed in connection with or related to the operation of the hospital.

(b) Necessary for the health and welfare of the general public.

Last modified: February 26, 2006