This citation is used to emphasize that even though there is no general claim of privilege or confidential relationship between a physician and a patient, unauthorized disclosure of patient information by the physician could lead to a lawsuit for invasion of privacy or breach of an implied contract. It supports the broader discussion of the legal implications of disclosing patient information without proper authorization.
OAG 77-71 was Cited by OAG 78-406
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The Sunshine Law Library is not exhaustive and may contain errors from source documents or the import process. Nothing on this website should be taken as legal advice. It is always best to consult with primary sources and appropriate counsel before taking any action.