Patients' Bill of Rights (licensed health facilities, confidentiality of records)

NH Patients' Bill of Rights
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Requires every licensed health facility's patient rights policy to guarantee privacy in treatment and personal care and confidential handling of personal and clinical records, including electronically stored data. Release to anyone not authorized by law requires the patient's written consent, and patients own and may copy the medical information in their facility records.

Jurisdiction

New Hampshire

Jurisdiction Type

state

Country

United States

Enforcing Authority

NH Department of Health and Human Services (facility licensing)

Fines Under This Regulation

0

Total Fine Amount (USD)

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