IHIMA Release of Information Guide

The Release of Information Guide is Indiana’s premier resource on the law applicable to medical records, health information departments, release of information, HIPAA requirements and much more.   

The Indiana Release of Information Guide is a guide containing information on key aspects of Health Information Management (HIM) in Indiana. There are currently 11 Chapters that address a variety of HIM related topics. While focusing primarily on the legal issues within HIM, the guide also includes best practice guidelines for the handling of medical information. 

About the Publication

The 2013 Release of Information Guide has been compiled by IHIMA in conjunction with the assistance of attorneys at Hall, Render, Killian, Heath, and Lyman, every chapter includes state and federal statutes and regulations. In addition, this version provides a comprehensive resource that combines requirements of Indiana law with HIPAA Privacy/Security requirements.

Chapters Include:

  • Chapter 1. Courts and Jurisdiction
  • Chapter 2. Types of Law
  • Chapter 3. Production of Medical Records in Legal Proceedings
  • Chapter 4. Use of Medical Records When Testifying (includes a Sample Affidavit)
  • Chapter 5. Release of Information Required by Statute
  • Chapter 6. Heightened Confidentiality – Special Types of Information
  • Chapter 7. Mental Health Records
  • Chapter 8. Release of Information Pursuant to Authorization
  • Chapter 9. Policies Governing Release of Information
  • Chapter 10. Retention of Medical Records
  • Chapter 11. The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA)
  • Appendices 1 – 44 included

Note: The Indiana Release of Information Guide is to be considered a general reference to assist health information professionals with legal issues regarding the disclosure of health information. It is NOT intended to be considered legal advice.  

Price

Member TypePrice
IHIMA Member $160.50
*IHIMA Member - **Tax Exempt $150.00
Non-Member $267.00
*Non-Member - **Tax Exempt $250.00
Student $30.00

*AHIMA ID# required for pricing ~ all other member types pay non-member fee – you will be billed for difference if your designation per AHIMA is not Professional.
**Sales Tax and Tax Exempt Organizations: Is your organization tax-exempt? If so, then your tax exempt # must be provided at the time of the order OR you will be required to pay sales tax.

Due to federal copyright law, it is illegal to share or make copies of this manual without the expressed written consent of the owner IHIMA.
 
The manual is being offered as a downloadable pdf file only. The ROI Guide will be sent to the email address provided on the online registration form within two (2) business days from receipt of payment.
 
Questions? Contact the IHIMA Central Office at [email protected].

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