Thought I'd share this with the group; it's in the Files section. Law enforcement disclosures, as presumably most know, can be tricky. We don't expect field...
Hello everyone. I am (relatively) new to an agency that does not leave field patient care reports at the hospital once care has been handed over. I complained...
... Hi, Will. Welcome to the group! I agree that not leaving the PCR at the hospital could work to the detriment of the patient. Docs in my area probably...
Hello Everyone - I'll start with a long post and then tone in down a little! This group should be a big help to folks and everyone should remember the...
Hello, Dwayne. First I'll start with a hearty "welcome." And then a "thanks" for such a thorough response, including the actual Privacy Rule citations. I...
I am interested in hearing how others handle ride-alongs who are not members of the agency: EMT or paramedic students, prospective members, citizen observers,...
We have a contract with the local Training Center and a High School Program, All students must complete a HIPAA training course and sign a verification We also...
We conduct an "orientation" for all riders - it's a class offered 1-2 times per month and is required before riding is allowed - addresses safety, bloodborne...
... place? ... In the back of my mind when I started this thread was a particular case from 2005. First, some background for those unfamiliar with the case....
... Will, If your agency has executed a valid "business associates" contract with the hospital in question, it is legal and advisable to leave a PCR with them,...
Will, I can only speak of WA State law, but it is required in our state to leave a copy of the PCR at the receiving facility. Our protocols allow us to fax...
... Hmm, this brings up another issue. The clear consensus among attorneys who have addressed the issue with us, as well as folks (attorneys and others) in...
To answer Jim's question at the end of his excellent post, I do believe there is a downside to executing a BA agreement when none is otherwise required. The...
Many of you may have seen this from JEMS.com: http://www.jems.com/news_and_articles/articles/Anatomy_of_Florida_Photo_\ Controversy.html I am interested in...
My ride along program here in OC Ca doesn't allow under age kids. I'm in the local Community Collage program and we have two company's we ride with. I only had...
Hello, my name is Sean Regan,EMS Captain with the Lynchburg Fire Department and by appointment our department's HIPAA officer. I have two questions that I...
... Hello, and welcome! Glad someone out there is finding us. It's been so quiet since our initial flurry of activity, I considered posting just to say,...
... Hi, Sean, from about 100 miles to your east. Welcome to the group. As for the first question, we (HIPAA covered entities) potentially wear two hats when...
Hello, This email message is a notification to let you know that a file has been uploaded to the Files area of the hipaaems group. File : /HHS Guidance...
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Our department is currently in the process of updating information on our HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices statement. During research on the internet, I have...
HI everyone. My name is Erin and I am actually doing a report on HIPPA rules and regulations. I am stuck with this question and hope you can help..... How will...
... Erin, You have asked a large question here. All employees of a covered entity exposed to, or involved in the handling or processing of any patient...
I'd like to hear the discussions in regards to violations of HIPAA in regards to this: An EMT accused of taking a cell-phone photo of a corpse at a crime scene...
Hi all, I am seeking some guidance in the area of making corrections to PCRs (what we call MIRs) here in WA State. I am in a debate with my Ops Chief about...
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