Ala. Admin. Code r. 560-X-51-.14

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

Section 560-X-51-.14 - Confidentiality

(1) The provider of hospice care shall not disclose, except to duly authorized representatives of federal or state agencies, any information concerning an eligible recipient, except upon the written consent of the recipient, his attorney, or his guardian, or upon subpoena from a court of appropriate jurisdiction. See Rule 560-X-20-.05, Third Party, for additional requirements regarding release of information.

(2) The hospice must safeguard the clinical record against loss, destruction, and unauthorized use.

Author: Theresa D. Richburg

Ala. Admin. Code r. 560-X-51-.14

Emergency rule effective October 1, 1990. Permanent Rule effective February 13, 1991.

Statutory Authority: Title XIX, Social Security Act; 42 C.F.R. §§418.52, 418.74(6)(b); State Plan.