it will vary by state, but generally you lose the privilege if you place your medical condition at issue in a case, or if someone else's health & well being is at risk. the exceptions vary by state so talk to a lawyer who is licensed in your jurisdiction
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Because - the ONLY people who should be able to see a patient's records - are the patient and their physician ! It's nothing to do with ANYONE else !
They could be sleeping together
Help the patient prepare for the exam by explaining to the patient what clothing should be removed, in what direction to put the gown on, and provide a drape to ensure patient privacy. Throughout the sequence of events, explain what is happening and consistently maintain the patient's privacy and confidentiality. Place the patient's medical record in the designated area for the physician, making sure that no identifiable patient information is visible, in accordance with regulations established by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
health information patient privacy act
All new patients should receive Privacy and Disclosure notices on the first visit to a doctor's office, hospital, out-patient service, etc. These are usually given and patient signature required before seeing a physician, dentist, or other health professional.
You could just get a curtain and that will cover spatial privacy. As for information privacy, do not leave a patient's information lying out where anyone can see it and do not share it with anyone who does not have permission to know the information. Be careful about who might be listening when you discuss a patient's information with others. Be sure to have security on any computers used to access patient's information.
It is important to respect a patient's dignity and privacy when administering medication for various reasons. The main reason is the fact that all humans desire some privacy when undergoing certain issues. It also shows some good work ethics.
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