Bus. & Prof. Code 4040
Summary:
A prescription is an oral, written, or electronic transmission that is given for the person whom ordered that includes name and address of patient, name and quantity of the drug or device prescribed, date of issue, prescriber information and notice of the condition for which the drug is prescribed if requested by the patient.
Other Relevant California Code Sections:
Title 16 Code of Reg. 1717.4 Associated Federal Law(s):
Uses and disclosures to carry out treatment, payment, or health care operations
: Permitted uses and disclosures
Associated Federal Law(s):
Definitions : Including: Covered Entity; Disclosure; Electronic protected health care information; Employer; Group health plan; Health care provider; HMO; Individually identifiable health information; Modify; Protected Health Information; (among others)