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HIPAA protects patient privacy, but some say it shuts out caregivers : NPR

HIPAA protects patient privacy, but some say it shuts out caregivers : NPR

Update: 2025-12-11
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The federal HIPAA law protects patient privacy, but some say it can shut out family members trying to help relatives who are experiencing mental health crises.

https://www.npr.org/2025/12/10/nx-s1-5601929-e1/hipaa-protects-patient-privacy-but-some-say-it-shuts-out-caregivers
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HIPAA protects patient privacy, but some say it shuts out caregivers : NPR

HIPAA protects patient privacy, but some say it shuts out caregivers : NPR