HB 1828 - DIGEST

(SUBSTITUTED FOR - SEE 1ST SUB)

      Prohibits the disclosure of health care information without the patient's written authorization.

      Specifies some situations when a release of information may be permissible.

      Specifies when information may be disclosed pursuant to a compulsory legal process or discovery.

      Specifies requirements and procedures for a patient's examination and copying of health care records.

      Provides for a request for correction or amendment of a record.

      Specifies persons authorized to act for a patient.

      Provides civil and criminal penalties.