WC rights to medical records

[cinmarie]

Does Workmans Comp have rights to my medical information from the past or only for the current injury? Are there special circumstances where they would have complete access?
What are my rights under HIPAA? Do they consider past injuries when deciding compensation?

 

[seniorjudge]

Did you file a work comp claim?

If so, then you must share your medical information...you agreed to it. Read the stuff you signed.

 

[cbg]

Also, workers comp claims are expressly exempt from HIPAA regulations.

 

[seniorjudge]

Also, workers comp claims are expressly exempt from HIPAA regulations.

Exactly!

Thanks for pointing that out.

 

[cinmarie]

employers rights

Does that also give an emolyer the right to your records?, Also does W/C have a right to all past records?

 

[cbg]

All relevant past records, yes.

Is the employer self-insured?