Chatlog 9-12-06


What is ERISA?
admin:
It is a private health plan that has flexibility to change and expand their coverage under Federal law, not state law.


ariedel says to  (18:50):
Thank you. What does the acronym ERISA stand for?
admin says (18:50):
Employee Retirement Income Security Act.

admin says (18:50):
You can find out about ERISA at www.DOL.gov

What should the portable medical summary include?
admin says (18:55):
It includes basic info on health issues, medical history, contact info, and prescriptions. Samples are on HRTW.org, use the search engine to find it.


I believe that patients over 18 can sign a waiver to allow their parent in the room with them and the physician.  Is this a standard, allowable practice?
admin says (18:59):
A verbal consent is acceptable. In some cases a physician may require a written consent.


admin says (19:01):
Thank you for participating. Please contact the presenters by email if you have further questions. The email addresses are on the webcast page under Resources.