Legal Question in Workers Comp in California

HIPAA & Workers' Compensation

The AME disclosed THE DETAILS of very personal gynocological information and previous/now treated and ''cured'' of Hepatitis C in his review of medical records for an orthopedic injury. I had bi-lateral carpal tunnel and right thumb trigger release. I have also made complaints of pain in my ''thumb pads,'' in my neck, trapezium and upper back due to inadequate office furnishings Is this a violation of HIPAA since I see no relation whatsoever between my orthopedic condition and my gyn and past Hepatitis conditions. This info has been released to the opposing attys., the insurance/risk management company and the liason from human resources at my job


Asked on 8/06/07, 9:50 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Ronald Mahurin Law Offices of Ronald Glenn Mahurin

Re: HIPAA & Workers' Compensation

Workers comp is exempt from HIPPA in general. You should note that the information contained in your comp claim is confidential, so you really should not worry.

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Answered on 8/10/07, 4:06 pm


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