In addition to the requirements above, CD staff should maintain documentation as listed below. Copies of such information should be forwarded to the DSS Privacy Officer.
- Any signed Authorization for Disclosure of Health Information by DSS;
- Authorization for access to files by personal representatives;
- All complaints received, and their disposition;
- Any sanctions to employees that are applied as a result of non-compliance; and
- Any use or disclosure of protected health information for research without the individual authorization.