Washington Administrative Code (Last Updated: November 23, 2016) |
Title 388. Social and Health Services, Department of |
Chapter 388-829C. Companion homes. |
Section 388-829C-390. Are clients' records considered confidential?
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- The companion home provider must consider all client record information privileged and confidential.(1) Any transfer or inspection of records, to parties other than DSHS, must be authorized by a release of information form that:(a) Specifically gives information about the transfer or inspection; and(b) Is signed by the client or the client's legal representative.(2) A signed release of information is valid for up to one year and must be renewed annually from the signature date.[Statutory Authority: RCW 71A.12.30 [71A.12.030] and Title 71A RCW. WSR 07-16-102, § 388-829C-390, filed 7/31/07, effective 9/1/07.]
RCW 71A.12.30 [71A.12.030] and Title 71A RCW. WSR 07-16-102, § 388-829C-390, filed 7/31/07, effective 9/1/07.