CA Regulations re: ICD

The requirement in CA has been for many years that a physician report any patient who has lost consciousness regardless of the reason. A form is available just for this. There is no specifc disease or condition stated other than "loss of consciousness", epilepsy. An ICD is never mentioned in the regulations. A person who is rendered unconscious may have sustained brain damage - lack of oxygen to the brain - and can possibly no longer be safe behind the wheel. In the hospital setting we see many patients who fit this category. Also, patients with suspected Alzheimer's or other mental deterioration may be reported if the physician believes he/she presents a danger behind the wheel. This is a very simplistic explanation. For more in depth info search: Title 13, CA Code of Regulations. I hope this clarifies the initial posting and subsequent comments. The majority of patients who are reported will eventually be re-examined and resume driving.

Sharon


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