I've written about that. It's also worth noting that socialized countries like the Netherlands don't force seniors into government health care when they turn age 65. The Netherlands also permits people to access alternative medicine and pay privately for health care. Yet, in the United States, seniors are losing this option. Then you become subjected to the 110,000 Medicare rules and regulations.
Individuals can ask their doctors and other providers to maintain paper records.
Another way to keep medical records confidential is to pay cash. I realize that most people can't afford to do that. That is why people must take the time to voice their opinions about the currently proposed medical privacy regulations. Again, see our article about the new medical privacy rules . It includes a link to a government site whereby people can submit their comments.