What is a mental health release of information form? A mental health release of information form outlines who has access to your client's medical records and under what circumstances they have access. This form is signed and acknowledged by your client.
HIPAA permits health care providers to disclose to other health providers any protected health information (PHI) contained in the medical record about an individual for treatment, case management, and coordination of care and, with few exceptions, treats mental health information the same as other health information.
If you are not using a form, be sure to include the full name, address, phone number, and secure fax or secure email address where the provider can send you the records.
How do I fill out a HIPAA release form? Provide instructions. Name the patient and individual authorized to use or disclose their PHI. Describe the information. Specify recipients. Specify the purpose of disclosure. Specify the time period. Detail their revocation rights. Obtain the patient's signature.
A mental health assessment often includes a physical examination. Your doctor will look at your past medical history and the medicines you are currently taking. You will also be asked about any history of mental illness or mental disorders in your family.
Elements: A description of the PHI. The name of the person making the authorization. The name of the person or organization who is authorized to receive the PHI. A description of the purpose for the use or disclosure. An expiration date for the authorization. The signature of the person making the authorization.
If you have problems with your mental health (such as depression), you should think about any documents or letters you have from people like: your community psychiatric nurse (CPN) your occupational therapist - for example a care plan.
Sec. 208. (1) Services provided by a community mental health services program shall be directed to individuals who have a serious mental illness, serious emotional disturbance, or developmental disability.
Sec. 712. (1) The responsible mental health agency for each recipient shall ensure that a person-centered planning process is used to develop a written individual plan of services in partnership with the recipient.
Mental Health Code Section 712 The Mental Health Code requires a person-centered approach to the planning, selection, and delivery of the supports, services, and/or treatment you receive from the public mental health system (community mental health programs, their service providers and licensed psychiatric hospitals.