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Who else has Autonomic Neuropathy?
Neuropathy | Last Active: Jan 25, 2023 | Replies (105)Comment receiving replies
It's been 13 years since I practiced as a licensed psychologist. There used to be a difference between notes and records. Records were released upon request. Notes were private but could be obtained upon subpoena, thus, it was wise to be cautious about what one put in a file. With most records being electronic now, I don't know if there is a distinction. Maybe cautioning about a patient can be done in circuitous language/code, I don't know. I have no interest in suing anyone but I would like to track down any sort of bias that may be in my records and have a chance to respond.
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I spent 30 years involved in Records Management. Rightly or wrongly, there are 2 types of records: The official record and the unofficial record. If you put in a request for records, chances are the unofficial version will never see the light of day.
The other thing I've learned is that if you are concerned about the type of care you are getting, take a trusted other with you. Doctors, like anyone else, will be more careful with what they do and say if there is a witness.