All records that have confidential medical and insurance information must be handled and discarded in a way that ensures the privacy and security of the records. By enrolling in The Plan, the subscriber provides routine consent for the release of information. This routine consent applies whether the subscriber enrolls electronically, by telephone, or by completing and signing an enrollment form. The routine consent for release of information is in effect for as long as the subscriber or member has health coverage under The Plan. The routine consent from the subscriber applies to all covered adults and dependents.
Dependents are other members of the family who are also enrolled.
The subscriber and member must follow the doctor's or provider's procedures for accessing medical information. Family members or other authorized representatives may have access to a member's medical information only when the member gives written permission. Disclosure of Information to Employers Disclosure of information to employers is limited to the information the employer needs to administer the health plan. The employer must agree to protect information from being used for any decisions affecting the employee. The employer must identify persons or positions that may have access to the information and must ensure there are measures in place to prevent unauthorized access.