Court Opinion

ID: 3311050
Source: CourtListenerOpinion
Date Created: 2016-07-05 17:24:09.81007+00
Date Added: 2024-06-11T14:59:27.344274
License: Public Domain

ATTACHMENT B TO FORMAL ATTORNEY GENERAL OPINION Authorization for Disclosure of Protected Health Information
I authorize _________________________________________________________ (name/address of provider) to release the health information of the individual named below:
Patient Name __________________________________________________________ Address _______________________________________________________________ Phone Number ________________________ DOB______________________________
I authorize the information to be disclosed to and discussed with the following individual(s) or organization(s):
Name ____________________________ Organization ________________________ Address _______________________________________________________________
For the purpose of investigation and/or prosecution within _______________________________________________________________________.
The type and amount of information to be disclosed is as follows: (specify dates where appropriate)
• Entire Medical Record, from date _________ to date ________
• Radiological Reports and films, from date ______ to date ______
• Laboratory Results, from date __________ to date _______
  • Ambulance trip sheet in your possession, from date ________ to date _______
• Other: ________________________________________________________(you must specifically indicate the release of records relating to drug or alcohol abuse, child abuse, HIV status, genetic testing, sickle cell anemia, or mental health records. A separate authorization is required for release of psychotherapy notes.)
I understand this authorization will expire, without my express revocation, one year from the date of signing, or if I am a minor, on the date I become an adult according to state law. I understand that I may revoke this authorization in writing at any time except to the extent that action has been taken based on this authorization. I understand that I have a right to a copy of this authorization.
I understand that authorization for the disclosure of this health information is voluntary and I can refuse to sign this authorization. Treatment, payment, enrollment in the health plan or eligibility for benefits may not be conditioned on obtaining the individual's authorization. I understand that any disclosure of information carries with it the potential for re-disclosure and the information may not be protected by federal confidentiality rules.
_______________________________________________    ____________________ Signature of Patient or Authorized                 Date Personal Representative
_______________________________________________    ____________________ Personal Representative's Name (print)             Date and Relationship
This authorization reflects the requirements of HIPAA,45 C.F.R. § 164.508.