A bill to protect the privacy of medical records maintained by the United States, programs assisted by the United States, or insurance companies engaged in business in interstate commerce.

referredUnited States· United States Congress· EN

Introduced

13 February 1979

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Status

Referred to House Committee on Interstate and Foreign Commerce.

Summary

Prohibits the disclosure of medical records maintained by Federal agencies or insurance companies without the written consent of the patient. Permits the disclosure of records in specified circumstances. Provides penalties and permits civil actions for violating this Act.

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Introduced in House
summary · EN · 13 February 1979
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Official source: https://www.congress.gov/bill/96th-congress/house-bill/2115
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