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Probably closed as personal information the disclosure of which would constitute a clearly unwarranted invasion of personal privacy. See 5 ILCS 140/7(1)(c)
HIPPA prevents disclosure of certain medical information. To the extent any information in these records is exempted from disclosure by HIPPA, it is likewise exempted from the definition of “government record” under OPRA.
Information and records collected for the designation and verification of trauma centers and other speciality care centers within the Statewide Emergency Services Systeem and Services are exempt.
Patient medical records and charts created by a provider are exempt from disclosure under Ind. Code § 5-14-3-4(a)(9), unless the patient consents in writing. Ind. Code § 5-14-3-5(c) requires agencies to maintain a daily log or record of accidents much must include the time, substance, and location of all requests for assistance, and the time and nature of the agency’s response.
Health information relating to and identifying specific individuals is confidential and is not available to the public “even though the information is in the custody of or contained in the records of a governmental agency.” §14-6-1, NMSA 1978.
No specific statute or case law. Likely subject to the exemption for health care information, which is exempt except for certain directory information. RCW 42.56.360(2).
