Patient Confidentiality Policy Flashcards

1
Q

Are PF&R records governed by HIPAA?

A

No– BUT subject to Oregon Public Records Law

OPRL

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2
Q

Who in PF&R are the only ones allowed to respond to MEDIA requests for patient info?

A

PF&R PIO officers OR their designees

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3
Q

If you are asked to release medical info for any reason to someone other than police officers or ambulance personnel who MUST you contact?

A

Contact the EMS office

Or direct them to EMS office if after hours

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4
Q

Does this confidentiality policy also apply to firefighters on the job?

A

YES

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5
Q

Who are you allowed to give pertinent patient medical info to?

A

Other medical professionals

Law enforcement if there is investigation of possible crime commited/about to be committed

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6
Q

Under Oregon Law, who has the right to inspect any non-exempt public record?

A

Anyone

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7
Q

If no EMS personnel are available, what do you do?

A

Have them call the EMS office directly the next day

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8
Q

Any questions about Confidentiality policy should be directed to who?

A

EMS Chief

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