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§43A-3-422.
§43A-3-422.
All medical records and all communications between doctor and patient
are both privileged and confidential. Such information is available
only to those engaged in treatment of the patient or in related
administrative work. Privileged or confidential information will not
be released to anyone not involved in the treatment programs without a
written release by the patient or an order from a court of competent
jurisdiction.
All communications by certified facilities, organizations, or
individuals and organizations excepted from certification concerning
the treatment and rehabilitation of drug-dependent persons are
classified as confidential. All written communications relating to the
treatment and rehabilitation of drug-dependent persons shall be
contained in folders and clearly marked "Confidential". These
confidential communications may be seen and used only by persons who
are actively involved in treatment and rehabilitation programs. Any
person involved in a treatment and rehabilitation program is
prohibited from testifying to any information relating to drug
possession or dependency gained in the program in any court action
against a drug-dependent person. The medical records compiled during
the treatment and rehabilitation of a drug-dependent person may not be
accepted as evidence or used in any manner in any court action against
the drug-dependent person.
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