California · Health and Safety Code - HSC

HSC §1454: In any county where a county hospital has been established, any expectant mother who is unable to pay for her necessary care shall be admitted to the county hospital, and the cost of her maintenance a

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In counties with a county hospital, pregnant women unable to pay for necessary care must be admitted, with the county covering maintenance costs.

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In any county where a county hospital has been established, any expectant mother who is unable to pay for her necessary care shall be admitted to the county hospital, and the cost of her maintenance and care shall be a proper charge against and shall be paid by the county of her residence.

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