OCR guidance for parents regarding the rights of parents and their children under HIPAA as children become adults.
Families and minors
Parents and caregivers of minors often have questions regarding information that can be shared with them about their loved one’s mental health and/or substance use disorder treatment. The resources within this section are meant to clarify the rights of both minors and their caregivers when seeking or receiving treatment.
Families and minors resources
OCR guidance issued informing patients when HIPAA may permit a healthcare provider to notify family, friends, or other caregivers about a patient's location and general condition.
OCR guidance explaining when HIPAA permits health and mental health providers to make decisions about communicating with a patient's family and friends based on their professional judgment about what is best for the patient.
OCR guidance explaining when MH professionals can share information in order to treat patients and prevent them from harming themselves or others.