Authorization to Release Protected Health Information

I, ____________________(first name and last name), _________________________        (date of birth), hereby give my permission to NextCare Urgent Care to release the following information (check all that apply):

______ My complete medical records (incl. all lab reports and radiology reports)
______ Lab test results
______ HIV, AIDS and other communicable disease test results
______ Radiology reports/exams
______ Original x-ray films (films remain NextCare property and must be returned within 30 days)
______ My name and comments, including quotes, made by me regarding my care and treatment at NextCare

Other:________________

Please indicate where we should send copies of the information above:              _________________________________________________________ (Include name, organization, telephone number, fax number and mailing address).

NOTE: Should you authorize us to release your name and comments regarding your care you are authorizing us to provide that information to any media sources.

The above information is being released for the purpose of: _____________________               (unrestricted and unlimited purpose if left blank)

Expiration Date of Authorization:  This authorization is effective through ________   / _________  / ______   unless revoked or terminated earlier by the patient or the patient’s personal representative.

Right to Terminate or Revoke Authorization:  You may revoke or terminate this authorization by submitting a written revocation to NextCare Urgent Care.  You should contact the Privacy Official to terminate this authorization.

Potential for Re-disclosure:  I understand my information may be mailed, faxed or picked-up in person.  The person or organization sent or transporting the disclosed information under this authorization may disclose information again. It may not be possible to ensure your right to the protection of the privacy of this information once NextCare releases/discloses it to another party.

Rights of the Individual:  You may inspect or copy information used or disclosed under this authorization.  You may refuse to sign this authorization.

Effect of Refusing Authorization:  If you refuse to sign this authorization, NextCare will not deny you any treatment except treatment that you have requested for the purpose of disclosure to others.

SIGNATURE

Signature ___________________       Patient Name____________________      Date_________________

_______________________    Name of Patient Representative Signing for Patient

_______________________    Relationship of Patient Representative to Patient (Required if the patient is a minor or an adult who is unable to sign this form)