New Jersey S1979 requires parents and guardians to be provided access to medical records of minor patients and provides immunity to health care.

New Jersey S1979 amends existing laws to require health care facilities and professionals to provide parents and guardians access to medical records of minor patients under 18 years old, without needing the patient's authorization. This access is generally required unless state law restricts it, such as in cases of behavioral health treatment or suspected sexual assault where the health care professional believes it is in the patient's best interest not to notify the parent or guardian.

New Jersey S1979 requires parents and guardians to be provided access to medical records of minor patients and provides immunity to health care.

New Jersey S1979 amends existing laws to require health care facilities and professionals to provide parents and guardians access to medical records of minor patients under 18 years old, without needing the patient's authorization. This access is generally required unless state law restricts it, such as in cases of behavioral health treatment or suspected sexual assault where the health care professional believes it is in the patient's best interest not to notify the parent or guardian.