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MDT Home Health Care Agency, Inc. SECURITY OF RECORDS/CONFIDENTIALITY POLICY All clinical records are stored in a lockable, secure area that is accessible to authorized personnel only to minimize the risk of the theft or damage. All records are confidential and are only released to others upon written request with prior client authorization for disclosure of information. PROCEDURES 1. All clinical records will be stored in a lockable, secured area to minimize risk of theft or damage. 2. Clinical records are accessible to authorized personnel only. If being removed from the Medical Records area, the sign-in/out log is to be used (See File Movement Register/Log Form). 3. Clinical records are released only when deemed appropriate with proper signed release forms. Home Health Agency - - Skilled Professional Services C-29