Which of the following is NOT a valid reason for releasing confidential patient information?
A) A judge signs a court order requesting the information.
B) A newspaper reporter promises not to reveal his source.
C) The patient's other medical care providers have a need to know.
D) The patient's insurance company needs the information for filing and reimbursement purposes.

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A promise to keep a source confidential does not outweigh the legal and ethical obligation to protect patients' confidential information. The other options (A, C, and D) all involve valid reasons for releasing patient information.

Which of the Following Is NOT a Valid Reason for Releasing