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Ezz
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Ezz asked in Politics & GovernmentLaw & Ethics · 8 years ago

Need Help Concerning HIPAA and Military Issue?

Im going to make it fast and quick. I am currently on profile and have been for a few months following a fractured wrist and complications the Army has me as a 3 on U of the PULHES. My orthopedic specialist and therapist put my profile together limiting what I can and can't do. Today my PLT SGT and Team leader told me that I would have to jump next Airborne jump, however I have trouble with my grip right now. My team leader then went to the PA who I haven't seen in months and wasn't aware of my condition at all, and has never seen my x-rays or mri's. They modified my profile without me being there, so my profile allows me to jump. As well as telling my Team Leader what his inaccurate diagnosis was. Is this a HIPPA Violation and what is my recourse?

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  • 8 years ago
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    How about you ask this in the military section where it belongs?

    You'll get more accurate answers if you do that.

  • 8 years ago

    No, it isn't a violation. And it's perfectly appropriate for military needs to supercede your orthopedist's recommendation. You may not have paid attention, but when you joined up, you became part of the military.

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