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Who owns medical records?
Legally, medical records are owned by the employer of the doctor who compiles them.
How long must the medical records be kept by the employer?
Employee medical records must be kept by employers for how long?
Can your employer ask to see your dads medical records?
Anybody can ask anything they like, but your employer can't look at your father's medical records unless your father gives permission.
Can a potential empolyer obtain access to your medical records from a compensation claim?
Not legally. HIPAA required doctors and insurers to protect your records against abuse. Your current employer can compel you to provide them, but cannot get them diretly from your doctor.
Can an employee be dismissed for refusing to allow an employer to view his medical records?
Very little of the health record privacy law (HIPAA) applies to employers, but this is in there: employers cannot compel you to reveal medical RECORDS except those needed to claim a medical-based benefit like FMLA, workers comp, or ADA accommodation. The employer can compel you on pain of discharge to demand necessary records from your doctor, who cannpot refuse YOU. The employer cannot demand records from your doctor, but can hire a doctor to demand the records and review them.
Has the mother accessed her adult son's medical records without his permission?
Yes, it is illegal for a mother to access her adult son's medical records without his permission.
What is medical records?
Medical records can easily be used interchangeably with Health records. These records systematically document a patient's history, from medical to demographic. These records are so detailed that they give you a complete analysis of what is patient's current illness, what is his current medication, what were his past medication and illness details etc. Healthcare providers are responsible for maintaining these records for their patients. Conventionally all the medical records were documented on paper. However, with the advent of Electronic Medical Records these records are now documented electronically using computers. Some established electronic medical records also provide cloud technology, which ensures safety, accuracy, and accountability of medical records.
How can I transfer my medical records to another doctor?
To transfer your medical records to another doctor, you can request a release form from your current doctor's office. Fill out the form and specify the new doctor's information. Your current doctor will then send your medical records directly to the new doctor.
Can my employer ask me health questions?
You cannot be asked medical questions or health questions if you are applying for a job. Your employer can ask you health questions and can even ask for your medical records, but you do have the right to refuse those requests.
Is it legal for your employer to ask who your doctor is?
It is not illegal for your employer to ask who your doctor is. It is illegal for your doctor to give out your information without your consent. Many places of employement require a letter of recent phyical as a requirement of employment. The doctor's signature would be on the form.
Does your employer have the right to see all your medical records before your injury?
No that can only be done by the courts.A little more...As it says above, your employer cannot force you to release medical records. However, they can insist that certain tests and conditions exist (or don't exist) as a condition of employment. Barring very special cases (like HIV/AIDS which is sometimes protected under State law), this is legal.
Can a victim of identity thft get their medical records get tapped into?
Yes, some identity theft involves illegal access of medical records by an imposter. Contact local police if you believe you're been a victim.
