Q. I regularly accompany my wife, Liz, to her neurology and primary care appointments for her dementia care. Doctors, nurses, and medical assistants often rush in and out, rarely spending time or making eye contact with us. … [Read more...]
Print This PageIs it a Violation of HIPAA to Ask Someone if they’ve Been Vaccinated?
May 25, 2021 by
Josie shared on social media that she and her teenage son and daughter just got vaccinated against COVID-19. In a conversation at the school, Mary shared that she saw Josie’s post and that the three of them got their first dose. … [Read more...]
Print This PageMaking Health Care Decisions for Someone Else
September 6, 2016 by
A lifelong family friend asked Jane if she would be her health care agent under an Advance Medical Directive (AMD) she was planning to sign. Jane didn’t know what to say or think, so she said, “Sure. I would be happy to.” But she … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: Is HIPAA Keeping Pace with Technology?
July 22, 2016 by
Dear Angel,There is so much technology available these days where you share health information. Things such as wearable fitness trackers, social media sites, and health apps did not exist when Congress enacted the Health … [Read more...]
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