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    Jun 19, 2012, 05:47 AM
    HIPPA VIolation if dental receptionist discuss my child's clinical treatment?
    Is it a HIPPA violation if a dental secretary discussing with me my child's visit and cavities detected without the dentist discussing it with me first?
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    Jun 19, 2012, 06:02 AM
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    Is it a HIPPA violation if a dental secretary discussing with me my child's visit and cavities detected without the dentist discussing it with me first?
    No, it's not a HIPAA violation as long as the secretary had a need to know about your child's cavities (for example so she could process your payment information and schedule the appropriate amount of time for your child's next visit).
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