Probate Code 2910

Summary:

In order to determine whether a person is in substantial danger of abuse or neglect and needs a conservator, the public guardian or the county's adult protective services agency may petition for the court to order identified health care providers or organizations to provide private medical information about the person to the public guardian's authorized representatives.

Keywords:
abuse, health care provider, guardianship, judicial, personal representative, obligatory reporting
Parties Bound: 
Health care providers and organizations
Associated Federal Law(s): 
164.512(c)
Uses and disclosures for which an authorization or opportunity to agree or object is not required : about victims of abuse, neglect or domestic violence