If a Doctor kicks you out of his office because you want a second opion and I am obiese does the network he is in have the right

You may seek a second opinion, but no physician is required to accept a particular patient. You should complain to AHN that you were not able to...

Can a ohio psychiatrist diagnose a patient from a counselor's report /heresay without seeing the patient personally?

Each state has different rules regarding emergency psychiatric diagnosis and involuntary commitment. Each state has different laws on the type of...

At level 2 of appeal decision, do I need a Lawyer with health care law experience,what kind of lawyer I need . average fees.

Are the health care facility and doctor representing you in the appeal, or did you file a personal appeal of the health plan's denial? If you filed...

I need a lawyer that can help me with HIPPA laws.

You need to speak with a NJ attorney. State laws may be stricter than HIPAA and protect your rights. For example, many states have laws governing...

Family members contacting personal physicans?

Health care providers are not required to share your personal health information with family members unless they are your personal representatives....

Is this a Malpractice claim? I'm in Texas and heard the laws are strict here.

You need to contact a Texas personal injury attorney to discuss this matter. In order to maintain a medical malpractice lawsuit in Texas, there...

I agree. It is not a HIPAA violation. Look at your employer's sick leave policy--you are likely required after a certain number of sick days to...

Blue cross denial of in patient care for an anorexic 15 yr old girl. She has been discharged from the in patient program.

A patient is discharged from inpatient care for eating disorders if she does not meet the continued stay criteria. The patient should have received...

My doctor released information twice without my permission[hippa law] to my employer.What can I do leagally?

Is your condition a work-related injury or illness? If so, the HIPAA privacy rule does not apply to the disclosures made by your doctor to your...

What is the difference between a non-Employee contractor and an Independent contractor?

Texas has different classifications of non-employees depending upon the type of company you work for. If you work for a staffing company, you are...