Reader Questions:
Abide by State Regulations for Minors
Published on Mon Sep 09, 2024
Question: We have a 17-year-old patient who has requested that we not discuss their care with their parents. Is this legal, and does HIPAA address this? Tennessee Subscriber Answer: The legality in these cases will depend on individual state law. In some states, minors can consent to treatment, but other states require parental consent for specific types of services. As long as [...]