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What should I do? I received another Person's medical records in the mail, month's after I requested my records .
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Answered on June 14, 2014
You are under no obligation to do anything else. You did not say when you ordered YOUR records. Under HIPAA, a facility is required to provide your...
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Were my civil rights violated in regards to HIPAA when my primary thought i might be doctor shopping
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Answered on June 14, 2014
I think "no." You have not provided information that would substantiate any claim under HIPAA.
This is like Mulberry Vs Madison only not simply intent or interpretation but the authority of the supreme court adjudications,
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Answered on June 14, 2014
What is your question? "Marbury" not "Mulberry."
Can someone who has been wrongfully Baker Acted pursue recourse due to their life being destroyed?
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Answered on June 05, 2014
First, let me say I am sorry this happened. IMHO, the Baker Act is abused a lot. Yes, I have been in receiving facilities as part of my duty to...
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Wanting to obtain a CCW - Being committed to a mental institution or adjudged incompetent or mentally defective. Chapter 394
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Answered on June 01, 2014
No. Also you must use the law that existed at the time, not the law or procedure today. I don't know for sure, but it is very doubtful that the...
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My former doctor spoke to my daughters & a granddaughter about me without my permission notifying me. .Do I have a case against
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Answered on May 20, 2014
If you want to make a HIPPA complaint, the address is: Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Sam Nunn Atlanta...
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A veteran baker acted in West Palm at the VA. Went in for AFIB, ICU unit. Dr. Colmenga determined his mental state is priority.
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Answered on May 18, 2014
According to DCF headquarters in Tallahassee, no VA facilities are designated as receiving facilities. The statutory provisions governing Baker...
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My daughter was baker act in ft Lauderdale, fl. How do I get her released to bring her home to Pa?
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Answered on May 06, 2014
I agree with the answer of my colleague. I would add that you are not likely to get information unless she tells the "powers that be" that you have...
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Patient negligence question
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Answered on April 28, 2014
There is no private right of action for violation of HIPAA law. (In other words, no lawsuit by you). To complain about HIPAA violations, you can...
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What kind of attorney do I need in order to help someone who has been Baker Acted? And would having an attorney help her get ou
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Answered on April 19, 2014
You need a lawyer who specializes in Baker Act law. As far as whether it will help - maybe. It depends on the circumstances.
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