The Compliance Divas Podcast
Our podcast covers current topics such as infection prevention and control, OSHA and HIPAA compliance for dentistry. We discuss the latest regulatory information, answer frequently asked questions and give suggestions for dental practices to make compliance easy and sustainable.The Compliance Divas are a trusted source for consistent, accurate information based upon current guidelines, standards, science, and recommendations.
The Compliance Divas Podcast
Episode #42 HIPAA: Patient Rights to Access Records
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The HIPAA Privacy Rule grants patient's the right to access their records. This law has been in effect since 2003; however, there is still a great deal of confusion about releasing records to patients. In this episode, the Divas discuss what an office may or may not do when it comes to releasing records to patients.