41-1604.01 - Arizona Statutes

41-1604.01. Authorization for care When any person under the jurisdiction of the department of corrections other than employees is in need of medical, surgical or dental care, and a spouse, adult next of kin or legal guardian is not immediately available or has not previously given authorization for such care, the director of the department of corrections or his authorized representative, upon the recommendation of the attending physician or dentist, may authorize the performance of such necessary medical, surgical or dental service.