[Histonet] Don't jump through HIPPA HOOPS

[Horn, Hazel V]

Yes, for the treatment and insurance coverage.   You cannot use their
specimens for research with approval with your IRB.

Hazel Horn, HT/HTL (ASCP)
Histology Supervisor
Arkansas Children's Hospital

Phone - 501.364.4240
Fax - 501.364.3912 

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Sent: Thursday, October 02, 2003 3:09 PM
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Subject: [Histonet] Don't jump through HIPPA HOOPS


I belive the consent package that patients get specifies that certain of
their personal information will be shared with other healthcare
organizations and insurance companies in the course of their diagnosis,
treatment and insurance coverage.  Don't worry about it.

Jeff Silverman Path Asst QIHC
Southside Hospital
Bay Shore NY USA


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