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jamestown0509
There are many interpretations of the HIPPA laws. I do know that we are required in fire departments to have every firefighter sign an oath of secrecy with respect to patient confidentiality when we are at a medical emergency. This is specifically stated in a letter from the NYS Dept. of Health quoting the Federal HIPPA Laws. I really think you need to be very cautious about revealing anything regarding inmates as a CO, you certainly do not want to be hauled into Federal court trying to explain why you were talking about an inmate who has AIDS, VD, etc. It is much safer in my opinion to let the nurses and doctors discuss such issues with inmates.Hospitals are very fussy about HIPPA laws, that’s why they will not reveal the condition of any patient outside the knowledge of the family... view full thread



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