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County CEO proposes extending medical privacy policies to 2030 with no content changes

Nine county policies on handling patient health information would stay in force four more years instead of expiring in November 2026.

Board of Supervisors· posted Aug 24Report

Nine county policies that require health departments to protect patient medical records, train staff, report breaches, and accept complaints would remain in effect until November 6, 2030 instead of expiring on November 6, 2026. The Chief Executive Office recommends the extension, with no changes to the content, for the Audit Committee to review and approve.

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Audit Committee review and approval, and consideration of whether the revisions require Board approval

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