The AHA and the Society have updated the Guidelines for
Releasing Information on the Condition of Patients, which were previously
revised in 2001. The Guidelines provide information about how and when
hospitals can release information on a patient's condition to media, family
members and clergy. The information in the 2001 edition is still accurate--no substantive changes have been made--but the new version includes examples and frequently-asked-questions that may help you interpret and apply the Guidelines to tailor policies and procedures for your organization.
Click here to download a copy of Guidelines for Releasing Information on the Condition of Patients and to view additional HIPAA privacy resources. You will need to be logged in as a Society member to access this information.
The Guidelines are available for purchase in convenient booklet format through the AHA online store, ahaonlinestore.com. You can also order by phone at 800-242-2626. Ask for item number 166851. For Society members, the booklet is priced at $28 for a lot of 10 copies.