MOLST is both a form and a program. MOLST FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)
The MOLST pilot program that has existed in Monroe and Onondaga counties has now been signed into law by Governor Patterson. This program enables prehospital providers to honor MOLST forms - executable physician orders that are valid anywhere in New York State.
The form is a four-page form printed on BRIGHT pink paper. It contains a record of the patient's preferences concerning various life-sustaining treatments. IF YOU ARE IN DOUBT about following any orders on a MOLST form, contact Medical Control.
Letter from Ed Wronski, Director, NYS DOH Bureau of Emergency Medical Services.
Helpful links:
For an explanation of MOLST: http://www.health.state.ny.us/professionals/patients/patient_rights/molst/ and http://tiny.cc/AQwgTFor a sample MOLST form: https://www.excellusbcbs.com/wps/wcm/resources/file/ebd8a44eea79066/molst_form_web.pdf
MOLST FAQs
Q: Are EMTs allowed to honor a Do Not Intubate (DNI) order?
A: Yes. EMTs are now allowed to honor a Do Not Intubate (DNI) order on the MOLST form.
Q: When can we honor the MOLST form?
A: Now! Use of the MOLST form was approved with passage of the legislation that amends Public Health Law that Governor Paterson signed into law on July 8, 2008. Training of EMS personnel is essential for success of the MOLST Program.
Q: Does MOLST take the place of the Nonhospital DNR forms that are currently being used?
A: MOLST may replace a NYS non-hospital Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) form. The NYS non-hospital DNR form is still valid.
Q: Does the MOLST replace other advance directives like the health care proxy and living will?
A: No. MOLST does dot replace traditional advance directives like the health care proxy or living will.
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