§ 5-37.3-2. Statement of purpose.
The purpose of this chapter is to establish safeguards for maintaining the integrity of confidential healthcare information that relates to an individual.
History of Section.P.L. 1978, ch. 297, § 1.
Structure Rhode Island General Laws
Title 5 - Businesses and Professions
Chapter 5-37.3 - Confidentiality of Health Care Communications and Information Act
Section 5-37.3-1. - Short title.
Section 5-37.3-2. - Statement of purpose.
Section 5-37.3-3. - Definitions.
Section 5-37.3-4. - Limitations on and permitted disclosures.
Section 5-37.3-5. - Transfer and amendment of information.
Section 5-37.3-5.1. - Diagnostic tests — Transfer and access.
Section 5-37.3-6. - Court proceedings — Confidential healthcare communication.
Section 5-37.3-6.1. - Court proceedings — Confidential healthcare information.
Section 5-37.3-6.2. - Legislative or administrative proceedings.
Section 5-37.3-6.3. - Exceptions.
Section 5-37.3-7. - Medical peer-review boards.
Section 5-37.3-8. - Appointment of guardian ad litem for incompetent persons.
Section 5-37.3-9. - Penalties — Attorney’s fees for violations.
Section 5-37.3-10. - Waivers void.
Section 5-37.3-11. - Severability.
Section 5-37.3-12. - Right to confidential communication of confidential healthcare information.