Presented By: 
Bruce Armon, Attorney

 

This session is Complimentary to MSD Members & Staff
 

This session is recommended for Physicians and Practice Management office staff.

This session provides a thorough overview of managing medical records while maintaining compliance with legal and regulatory standards. Participants will learn how to define the proper requirements for the release of medical records, including understanding when patient consent is necessary and differentiating between voluntary requests and legally mandated disclosures. The session will also review HIPAA rules, highlighting patient privacy and security obligations and the rights of individuals regarding their health information. Common breaches will be examined to identify frequent risks and to discuss strategies for preventing unauthorized access or disclosure of protected health information. Additionally, the role and limitations of a power of attorney in healthcare decision-making will be explored, clarifying how designated individuals can access and manage medical records on behalf of patients. Finally, proper procedures for handling subpoenas and court orders will be addressed, emphasizing how to verify legal authenticity and scope while ensuring compliance and protecting patient privacy.

·        Defining requirements for release of medical records
·        Review of HIPAA rules
·        Review of most common breaches
·        Power of Attorney
·        Proper handling of Subpoenas and Court Orders

 

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This session is complimentary.