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A Provider Treats a Patient for an Emotional Condition

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A provider treats a patient for an emotional condition. The patient requests her records and the provider refuses to release the records. What statement is true about this situation?


A) The provider is in error. HIPAA requires all patient can see their records.
B) The provider is in error. HITECH allows patients to receive a copy of their records.
C) The provider has a right to refuse based on the doctrine of professional discretion.
D) The provider has a right under a permission in HIPAA.

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