FAQ 703 May a covered entity disclose protected health information in response to a court order?
This is an FAQ for regulated entities and stakeholders.
Final
Issued by: Office for Civil Rights (OCR)
May a covered entity disclose protected health information in response to a court order?
Answer:
Yes. A covered entity may disclose protected health information to comply with a court order, including an order of an administrative tribunal. Such disclosures must be limited to the protected health information expressly authorized by the order. See 45 CFR 164.512(e)(1)(i).
Date Created: 01/07/2005
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