What Are The Exceptions To The Duty Of Confidentiality?

A. Disclosing confidential information:
There are a number of exceptions to the duty of confidentiality where otherwise confidential information may be disclosed to third parties. These exceptions include:
B. Protecting information:

Patients’ health information and their interests must be protected through a number of measures:
- Recognizing that confidentiality is an obligation for all staff, external contractors, and volunteers.
- Recording patient information accurately and consistently
- Keeping patient information private
- Keeping patient information physically and electronically secure
- Disclosing information with appropriate care