4734-9-05. Confidentiality  


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  • (A) Except when a release has been properly executed by a patient, every chiropractic physician shall maintain the confidentiality of patient information, except when otherwise required by law.

    (B) Every chiropractic physician shall ensure that there is a system in place to protect the confidentiality of patient records and information, including instructing staff members and vendors on their legal obligations to safeguard confidential information.

    (C) Every chiropractic physician shall comply with other applicable state and federal laws concerning the confidentiality of patient information.


Five Year Review (FYR) Dates: 9/24/2018 and 09/24/2023
Promulgated Under: 119.03
Statutory Authority: 4734.10
Rule Amplifies: 2317.02, 4734.31
Prior Effective Dates: 01/10/2003

Prior History: (R.C. 119.032 review dates: 03/11/2013 and 03/11/2018
Promulgated Under: 119.03
Statutory Authority: 4734.10
Rule Amplifies: 2317.02, 4734.31
Prior Effective Dates: 1/10/03)