Section 388-61A-0330. What information must be included in a written waiver of confidentiality?

(1) To be valid, a written waiver of confidentiality must:

(a) Be voluntary.

(b) Relate only to the client or the client's dependent children.

(c) Clearly describe the scope and any limitations of the information to be released.

(d) Include an expiration date for the release.

(e) Inform the client that consent can be withdrawn at any time whether it is made orally or in writing.

(2) If the written waiver of confidentiality does not include an expiration date, it must expire ninety days after the date it was signed.

[Statutory Authority: Chapter 70.123 RCW. WSR 10-22-040, § 388-61A-0330, filed 10/27/10, effective 11/27/10.]

Chapter 70.123 RCW. WSR 10-22-040, § 388-61A-0330, filed 10/27/10, effective 11/27/10.