Release of information means a written authorization, dated and signed by a client or a client's legal representative, that allows a licensee to provide specified treatment information to the individual or individuals designated in the written release of information.
The Department adopts in paragraph (c)(1), the following core elements for a valid authorization: (1) a description of the information to be used or disclosed, (2) the identification of the persons or class of persons authorized to make the use or disclosure of the protected health information, (3) the identification ...
A release of information is a document that gives a consumer the opportunity to decide what material they want released from their medical file, who they want it delivered to, how long the data can be issued, and under what statutes and guidelines it is released.
In the course of providing services, you may sometimes need to disclose personal information. There is no definition of “disclose” in Part X. Generally, it means releasing or making the information available to another person or organization.
The name (or other specific identification) of the person or class of persons authorized to make the requested use or disclosure. The name(s) or other specific identification of the person or class of persons to whom information will be disclosed. A description of the purpose of the requested use or disclosure.
The patient may enter a date range of information to be shared. If no expiration date is specified, this authorization is good for 12 months from the date signed in Section IX.
Here's what happens when a patient requests their medical records: Recording, Tracking and Verifying the Request. Retrieving Patient's PHI. Safeguarding Patient's Sensitive Information. Releasing Patient's PHI. Completing the Request and Preparing an Invoice.
compliant HIPAA release form must, at the very least, contain the following information: A description of the information that will be used/disclosed. The purpose for which the information will be disclosed. The name of the person or entity to whom the information will be disclosed.
Content for a valid authorization includes: The name of the person or entity authorized to make the request (usually the patient) The complete name of the person or entity to receive the protected health information (PHI) A specific description of the information to be used or disclosed, including the dates of service.
The name(s) or other specific identification of the person(s) or class of persons who may use the PHI or to whom the covered entity may make the requested disclosure. Description of each purpose of the requested use or disclosure.