In addition to HIPAA updates there is also a minor required update for the "Release of Information" form.  

Click here for the Release of Information form with the updates.

REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH UPDATES

After extensive research and consultation with our attorney here is what has occurred. In 2024, there was a proposed HIPAA rule related to reproductive health information. That rule was later struck down in 2025 and is no longer in effect. This means there are no new HIPAA requirements regarding pregnancy, abortion, miscarriage, fertility, or sexual health.  

BUT.... and an important BUT... there are some states that have STRICTER guidelines on this, so it is important that you check with your state specific laws and rules around this and consult with a healthcare law attorney in your area. Remember the paperwork is customizable so you can edit as needed.

If you practice in multiple states or see clients across state lines, please be sure you are familiar with the laws in each applicable state and update your paperwork accordingly.

Reproductive health information has always been protected under HIPAA as Protected Health Information (PHI). Clients do not lose their HIPAA privacy rights because of abortion or reproductive health laws.

The attestation form that was previously discussed is no longer required since that rule was vacated.

At this time, HIPAA remains unchanged in regards to reproductive health, but as a reminder you need to check your specific state laws since they may be different from the national standard.

PAPERWORK UPDATES REGARDING REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH

After speaking with our healthcare law attorney, we have made additional updates to the "Therapy Consent, Policies, and Agreements" and the "Release of Information" documents.

Click Here because you have previously purchased the "Release of Information" form. Here it is with the updates.

You will see on both sides of "Release" on the left and "Request" on the right there is an additional line for records regarding reproductive health. It is the second to the last line on the form.  

Thank you for trusting us as your provider for attorney approved private practice paperwork.

THERAPY CONSENT AND AGREEMENTS REQUIRED UPDATE

If you have previously purchased the "Therapy Consent and Agreements" form we sent an email with the updates 2.11.26. Please be on the lookout for that email, "IMPORTANT Update Consent Form".

PS - Here is the link for our Attorney Approved Release of Information Form if you haven't previously purchased it. CLICK HERE