Privacy of Medical Records (Audio)
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When you take your child to a pediatrician's office you may be asked to read and sign a notice about your privacy rights. It's called a HIPPA notice, which stands for Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act. This act requires all health care workers to take government mandated steps to safeguard your privacy.
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- Last Updated
- 5/11/2013
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- A Minute for Kids
The information contained on this Web site should not be used as a substitute for the medical care and advice of your pediatrician. There may be variations in treatment that your pediatrician may recommend based on individual facts and circumstances.
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