Rhode Island S2891 updates the state medical examiners statute to modernize language, practices, and titles, and ensure HIPAA compliance.

Rhode Island S2891 amends the state medical examiners statute to update and clarify language, address outdated practices, and ensure compliance with federal HIPAA requirements. The bill updates position titles and qualifications, and modernizes the language used in the statute. It also ensures that the office of state medical examiners complies with federal Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) requirements. The changes aim to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the office in handling death investigations and autopsies.

Rhode Island S2891 updates the state medical examiners statute to modernize language, practices, and titles, and ensure HIPAA compliance.

Rhode Island S2891 amends the state medical examiners statute to update and clarify language, address outdated practices, and ensure compliance with federal HIPAA requirements. The bill updates position titles and qualifications, and modernizes the language used in the statute. It also ensures that the office of state medical examiners complies with federal Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) requirements. The changes aim to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the office in handling death investigations and autopsies.