Minors and Health Care

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The presentation covers the following topics:

• Consent for treatment - Who can (and cannot) consent to the medical treatment of minors?
• Treatment w/o parent – When can minors get treatment without parental consent or involvement?
• Informed Consent - At what age can a minor give informed consent?
• Release of information - Who is entitled to review or receive a minor's medical records?
• Privacy - When can a provider refuse to release a minor's medical information?
• Record Retention - How long must a provider retain a minor's medical records?
• Abuse Reporting Requirements - Who must report suspected child abuse and what actions must be taken?
• Financial - What government health care benefits are available to minors?  
• Payment for Services - Who is responsible for paying for a minor's medical treatment in divorce situations?