Confidentiality

Every patient has the right to anticipate and expect information obtained and discussed within the health care environment will be kept confidential by all members of the health care team. Sensitive information is often exchanged in the therapeutic relationship. Unauthorized individuals should not have access to the appointment schedule, patient personal health information (PHI), and related information. The role of the MRT encompasses a custodian like approach to guard information and protect data. To take it an additional step forward consider again the importance of trust in the therapeutic relationship. A client will trust the MRT will keep their PHI safe.