Reader Question: Know the Facts on HIPAA Authorization End Dates
Question: I’ve noticed that our patient forms pertaining to the HIPAA say they last for one year from the date signed. Can this be adjusted to make less paperwork for our front desk staff?
New Mexico Subscriber
Answer: The HHS Office for Civil Rights (OCR) says the HIPAA Privacy Rule notes that all authorization forms need to have an expiration date. The expiration date helps the authorizer understand when or to whom or why information might be disclosed.
“An Authorization remains valid until its expiration date or event, unless effectively revoked in writing by the individual before...
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