Patients have an absolute expectation of privacy concerning the communications and information shared with medical professionals and contained within their medical records. Federal law has long protected such privacy to ensure that patients, without fear of any disclosure, can share with their medical providers all information critical to receiving proper medical care. My office will hold accountable those who access or disclose confidential patient health information without authorization and without justification under federal law.
If convicted, Pitcher faces a maximum penalty of 1 year in prison and a maximum fine of $100,000.00. Protecting patient privacy is paramount to the VA Office of Inspector General... Unlawfully accessing patient records erodes trust in VA's programs and services.
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