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26-283m New State-Mandated Chaperone Requirements for Sensitive Ultrasound Exams Start January 1, 2027
Health Net·CA · Radiology, OB-GYN, Urology +1 more·Provider News
Effective date
Jan 1, 2027
We identified it
Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Starting January 1, 2027, California providers performing sensitive ultrasound exams (genitalia, breast, rectum, pubic/groin areas) must notify patients of chaperone availability, provide trained chaperones upon request, and document chaperone presence in medical records. This requires new notification procedures, staff training protocols, and documentation workflows.
Action Required
Before January 1, 2027: Providers must establish notification procedures (verbal, electronic, or written) to inform patients of chaperone availability for sensitive ultrasound exams. Train all clinical and non-clinical staff who will serve as chaperones on observation techniques, patient draping, neutrality, and reporting procedures. Update EMR templates to document chaperone presence and patient requests. Create workflow protocols for providing chaperones during entirety of sensitive ultrasound examinations.