Under Illinois regulations, LHSOs are specifically required to avoid including which of the following types of services?

In Illinois, Local Health Service Organizations (LHSOs) are specifically required to avoid including surgical procedures as part of the services they provide. This regulation is rooted in the focus of LHSOs on delivering preventive and primary care services, rather than invasive medical procedures that typically fall under the purview of hospitals or specialized medical facilities.

Surgical procedures often require higher levels of specialization, facilities, and equipment that LHSOs are not designed to provide. Instead, LHSOs aim to promote public health through education, preventive care, and wellness services. By excluding surgical procedures, LHSOs can concentrate their efforts on programs that effectively prevent illness and manage minor health issues, thus ensuring that their resources are used to improve overall community health rather than to engage in complex surgical treatments.

The other types of services mentioned—preventive care, emergency medical transportation, and vaccination programs—are typically aligned with the mission of LHSOs to enhance public health and provide necessary health services to the community.