Medical Authorization
/ˈmedɪkəl ˌɔːθəraɪˈzeɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) A legal document or consent granting permission for medical treatment or intervention.
The patient signed a medical authorization allowing the hospital to disclose her health records to the insurance company.
Forms
- medical authorizations
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Commentary
Medical authorization is critical in ensuring that healthcare providers have the patient’s explicit permission to proceed with treatment or disclose medical information, often incorporated into broader consent documents.
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