Legal Question in Medical Malpractice in North Carolina
Discussing medical condition
What recourse would I have for a doctor duscussing my medical condition with a person who called after telling me that they had to have my consent to do so which I did not give.
1 Answer from Attorneys
Re: Discussing medical condition
By statute, any communication between a patient and his/her
physician regarding the patient's medical condition, is
confidential. The statute imposes no penalty for violation.
However, if you can prove actual damages (denial of job,
insurance, etc.) you may be able to sue the offending doctor.
Absent that, I suggest you file a complaint with the N. C.
Board of Medical Examiners in Raleigh. They will send you the
necessary forms.
Our firm's practice focuses on serious personal injury and
wrongful death claims, including malpractice, product liability
and inadequate security. If you have need of a personal injury lawyer
don't hesitate to contact us.
Bill Horsley
Horsley & Peraldo
Greensboro, NC
336/691-0077
800/953-2542
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