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Authority for Release of Information - Texas
Authority for Release of Information is a legal document that was released by the Texas Credit Union Department - a government authority operating within Texas.
FAQ
Q: What is the Authority for Release of Information in Texas?A: The authority for release of information in Texas is governed by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and the Texas Medical Records Privacy Act.
Q: What does the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) regulate?A: HIPAA regulates the privacy and security of personal health information, including how it can be released and shared.
Q: What is the Texas Medical Records Privacy Act?A: The Texas Medical Records Privacy Act is a state law that provides additional protections for the privacy of medical records and governs their release in the state of Texas.
Q: Who is allowed to release medical information in Texas?A: Medical information can be released by authorized healthcare providers, facilities, and entities that have obtained the necessary consent or meet the requirements for disclosure under HIPAA and the Texas Medical Records Privacy Act.
Q: What is the purpose of the Authority for Release of Information?A: The purpose of the Authority for Release of Information is to ensure the privacy and confidentiality of personal health information while allowing authorized individuals and entities to access and share necessary medical records.
Form Details:
- Released on June 1, 2021;
- The latest edition currently provided by the Texas Credit Union Department;
- Ready to use and print;
- Easy to customize;
- Compatible with most PDF-viewing applications;
- Fill out the form in our online filing application.
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