Ala. Admin. Code r. 560-X-50-.07

Current through Register Vol. 43, No. 1, October 31, 2024

Section 560-X-50-.07 - Confidentiality

(1) The provider shall not disclose, except to duly authorized representatives of federal or state agencies, any information concerning an eligible recipient except upon written consent of the recipient, his attorney, or his/her guardian, or upon subpoena from a court of appropriate jurisdiction. See Rule 560-X-30-.05, Third Party, for additional requirements regarding release of information.

(2) The provider must safeguard clinical records against loss, destruction, and/or unauthorized use.

Author: Dee Lockridge

Ala. Admin. Code r. 560-X-50-.07

Emergency rule effective December 11, 1991. Permanent rule effective March 13, 1992. Amended: Filed June 6, 1995; effective July 11, 1995.

Statutory Authority: State Plan for Medical Assistance; Title XIX, Social Security Act; 42 C.F.R. §431.306.