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(ii) the number of births at the birth center during the previous 12 months;

(iii) the number of births with complications that required transfer of the newborn to a hospital during the previous 12 months; and

(iv) the number of births with complications that required transfer of the client to a hospital during the previous 12 months. (Eff. 9/30/2007, Register 183) Statutory Authority: Authority: AS 47.32.010 AS 47.32.040 AS 47.32.110

AS 47.32.020 AS 47.32.050

AS 47.32.030 AS 47.32.100 7 AAC 12.405. Administration. (a) A birth center must have a governing body that is responsible for the overall operation and maintenance of the birth center, including personnel, facilities, equipment, and supplies. The birth center shall

(1) ensure that its governing body includes one or more individuals who reside in the service area; or

(2) establish a mechanism for an advisory committee comprised of representatives of the public and private sector to advise the birth center regarding the quality of services provided by the birth center. (b) The governing body shall

(1) adopt policies for the care of clients and newborns at the birth center;

(2) establish and maintain a written organizational plan that describes the

(A) responsibilities and accountability of each staff position, including direct and delegated authority; and

(B) interrelationship of each staff position within the birth center;

(3) exercise authority and responsibility for appointments to the clinical staff; and