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When a patient’s/client’s record has been requested by a third party (e.g., a lawyer or insurance company), does everything have to be released or just the report?

April 26, 2017client COMPANY Insurance Lawyer party patient record released requested

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When a patient’s/client’s record has been requested by a third party (e.g., a lawyer or insurance company), does everything have to be released or just the report?

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A record can only be released with a release of information signed by the patient, or appropriate person. The patient/client’s caregiver may specify what portion may be released to a third party. Please consult the Records Regulations for more information.