The department is authorized to review, obtain, and copy confidential and other records and information about the patients who were eligible for or were provided financial assistance under this chapter to evaluate compliance with this chapter. The department may obtain the records and information from the patient or directly from the evaluation facility or the designated treatment facility. Records obtained by the department under this section are medical records, shall be handled confidentially, and are exempt from public inspection and copying under AS 40.25.110 - 40.25.120.
Structure Alaska Statutes
Title 47. Welfare, Social Services, and Institutions
Chapter 31. Mental Health Treatment Assistance Program
Sec. 47.31.005. Applicability.
Sec. 47.31.010. Eligibility for assistance.
Sec. 47.31.015. Application for assistance.
Sec. 47.31.020. Decision on eligibility.
Sec. 47.31.025. Eligible services; rates.
Sec. 47.31.032. Access to records and information by the department.