How to Dispose Patient Records the Right Way
Your Essential Guide to Medical Record Destruction As a healthcare provider, your primary role is patient care, but your responsibilities also extend to safeguarding their private information. Securely managing and destroying patient records is a critical part of this duty. Federal and regional laws, like HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) in the U.S. and PIPEDA in Canada, mandate strict protocols to protect patient privacy. While retention periods vary by state or province, all healthcare facilities must eventually dispose