What is a HIPAA Authorization to Release Medical Information?
One of the goals of The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (“HIPAA”) was to protect a patient’s privacy with regard to medical matters. But there may be times when a patient would like family members or close friends to be able to have access to the patient’s medical information or be able to discuss the patient’s medical condition with a health care provider. The HIPAA Authorization to Release Medical Information allows you to name those individuals who may be allowed to receive information concerning your medical condition, even if you are not incapacitated.
