Dr. Dave Hnida: ‘No HIPAA Jail' For Asking About Vaccination Status

By Raetta Holdman, CBS Denver

June 8, 2021

(CBS4) – Colorado has dropped the statewide mask mandate for anyone who is fully vaccinated, leaving businesses to rely on the honor method for unmasked customers. CBS4 Medical Editor Dr. Dave Hnida addressed the legality of asking someone their vaccination status during his weekly question and answer session on CBSN Denver.

Many people have a belief that HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) prevents businesses from asking about vaccination status. Hnida explained why that is not the case.

“Hospitals, clinics and doctors’ offices cannot give out your health information. Doctors, nurses, people who work in facilities cannot share you health health care information. Health insurance companies, health care clearing houses and so forth cannot share your health care information,” he explained.

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