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. 2010 Jan;19(1):107-14; table of contents.
doi: 10.1016/j.chc.2009.08.011.

The psychiatric medical record, HIPAA, and the use of electronic medical records

Michael Houston  1
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The psychiatric medical record, HIPAA, and the use of electronic medical records

Michael Houston. Child Adolesc Psychiatr Clin N Am. 2010 Jan.

Abstract

This article addresses the practical and legal issues related to the psychiatric medical record, with an emphasis on the issues related to confidentiality. Implications of HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) legislation for the practice of child and adolescent psychiatry are addressed. The advantages and disadvantages of electronic medical records are reviewed, with guidelines for selecting software for solo and group practices.

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