Module 4 - ROI Terminology Flashcards
Procedure used to verify requestor of a verbal ROI. Requestor’s name and telephone # (and if it’s the patient calling, then ask for PHN or mother’s maiden name) then check in medical directory, to verify authenticity, once good, then call staff member back and release requested information
Call-Back Procedure
A person appointed by court to make personal, medical, legal or financial decisions for someone who is mentally incapable. This supersedes the rights of all relatives. Often this is a PGT. Has the right to view all documents/records; does not automatically end when adult dies, continues until probate
(Legal) Committee of Person/Estate
Parent who has been given custody of a child by the courts. If parents are split, then the parent that lives with and has primary responsibility of the child, is considered to have custody; Can request access to records; Other parent may request access with written consent from the main parent
Custodial Parent
Legal term - freeing of a minor from control of parents, as well as renunciation of parental duties; This child can provide consent to their own treatment, and are able to understand the risks and responsibilities of having their own information
Emancipated Minor
Person appointed to make financial and/or personal decisions for a person if they become mentally incompetent due to age, illness or accident; It must state that the document will continue to be in effect if they are no longer able to make decisions for themselves. DOES NOT INCLUDE HEALTH DECISIONS; is entitled to view all records, whether or not appointer is mentally competent or not;
Enduring Power of Attorney
Person appointed to make financial and/or legal decisions for a person; CANNOT MAKE MEDICAL DECISIONS; ends when patient dies, goes bankrupt or becomes mentally incompetent; can view records only if appointer is mentally competent, for financial or legal reasons such as paying bills
Power of Attorney (POA)
