Privacy Rights Never Die: And Sometimes Complications Linger On
The laws surrounding release of a deceased patient's records can lead to complex and frustrating situations in the HIM department. Just who has access rights depends on federal law, state law, and individual circumstances, illustrated by the two scenarios below.
Last summer the Office....
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