Yeah, she broke the #1 HIPAA rule by giving out his name or at least confirming he was a patient there.She gave out his name, TIME OF VISIT, and her version of his mental health status (chipper, cheerful, charming) and also said that her boss (the doctor?) concurred. Charming, she said her boss said.
Idaho murders suspect was 'charming' at medical appointment
Idaho murders suspect Bryan Kohberger attended a routine medical appointment in the days after the killings where he 'charmed' staff by being 'chatty'.www.dailymail.co.uk
Chatty, she says. Hmm.
You know what I think in that case? Perhaps his speech is pressured. Maybe he's too voluble. Charming? That's a symptom categorized in DSM, etc. These are mental health statements and she had no right to tell the reporter these things (and someone called the reporter - apparently the receptionist).
Sounds like she remembered his chatty behavior (as so many others have done) because it was unusual?
MOO.
What is Considered PHI under HIPAA? 2023 Update
Health information is often referred to as protected health information or PHI, but what is considered PHI under HIPAA Rules?
www.hipaajournal.com