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.
The Minnesota Health Records Act (MHRA) has been amended to require a specific authorization in Minnesota law for the disclosure of patient records, aligning with stricter standards than HIPAA. Providers must now obtain written patient consent for disclosures that HIPAA might allow without it.
While creating your own release forms is possible, it's important to consider a few things before you decide to do so. Consent forms involve intricate legal considerations that have to be specifically tailored to the situation at hand and adhere to certain laws and regulations.
Minnesota Rules 1205.1400, subpart 3, requires that individuals giving informed consent have sufficient mental capacity to understand the consequences of their decision to give consent. Minnesota Rules 1205.1400, subpart 4, requires that a valid informed consent must: Be voluntary and not coerced. Be in writing.
Release of information (ROI) allows patients to release information from their medical records to authorized individuals or organizations.
By signing this form, you authorize the institution to which this form is submitted to release your information to the requester or their authorized representative. The consent must be signed and dated by the person giving the consent.
Begin by specifying your name, the entity authorized to disclose information, and the individuals or entities you authorize to receive it. Indicate the specific information and purpose for which it will be disclosed, add an expiration date or event, and sign and date the form to confirm your consent.