Are there exceptions, i.e., when can a patient/client‘s confidentiality be breached?
There are certain uses and disclosures of health information that do not require a patient’s/client’s consent. These are outlined in our Notice of Privacy Practices. An important group of disclosures that does not require a patient’s/client’s consent includes those mandated by state law. The following is a summary of the pertinent disclosures in New Hampshire laws: • Any person who has reason to suspect that a child has been abused or neglected must report the information to the New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services. RSA 169-C:29 • Any person who has reason to believe that an incapacitated adult is being or has been subject to physical abuse, neglect or exploitation, or is living in hazardous conditions must report the information to the Director of Health and Human Services. RSA 161-F46 • Any person who is present or otherwise has direct knowledge of any student hazing must report the hazing to law enforcement or education institution authorities. The educational insti
