The purpose of the exchange of information authorized above is to improve communication between these entities/individuals so that I may receive the most coordinated, appropriate, and safest services while minimizing unnecessary involvement with the legal system. I understand that my alcohol and/or drug treatment records receive special protection under federal law 42 CFR Part 2 and can only be redisclosed as permitted by federal regulations. I understand that my physical and mental health treatment records are protected by HIPAA but may be subject to redisclosure if the recipient of my information is not subject to HIPAA.
HWS Best Health, LLC will not condition treatment, payment, enrollment, or eligibility on my authorization or solely on a refusal to consent to this release of information. The information disclosed may not be in connotation with my/the patient’s treatment. In consideration of this consent, I hereby release the source of the records from any and all liability arising therefrom. This request/authorization is valid solely for this one-time release of information for the specified purpose only and shall expire immediately upon fulfillment of this request.
I affirm that I have the legal authority to authorize the release of my/the patient’s protected health information under federal and state laws governing the confidentiality of health records. I understand that I may void this request/authorization, except for action already taken, at any time by means of a written letter revoking the authorization and transfer of information. I agree that a photocopy, electronic, or faxed copy of this form is acceptable in lieu of the original. I affirm that everything in the form that was not clear to me has been explained, and I also understand that I have the right to receive a copy of this form upon my request.