Medical Record Custodianship vs Medical Record Storage: What’s the Difference?
When practitioners start planning for retirement or practice closure, two terms come up repeatedly: medical record storage and medical record custodianship. They are often
What Happens to Medical Records When a Doctor Retires in Australia?
When a practitioner retires, medical health records don’t retire with them. Under Australian law, the obligation to store, manage, and provide access to those
Can a Colleague Hold Your Patient Health Records? What the Australian Privacy Principles Say
It’s common for practitioners to assume a trusted colleague can “hold their records” if something happens. Australian privacy law makes this far more complex.
How to Choose a Record Custodian: What Health Practitioners Need to Know
Many practitioners assume record custodianship is a simple handover to a colleague or family member. In reality, choosing a record custodian involves legal authority,
What to Include in a Contingency Plan (And What’s Usually Missed)
Most practitioners have a document called a contingency plan. Far fewer have one that would actually work in practice. This article outlines the essential
What happens when a clinician becomes unexpectedly unavailable? The immediate aftermath can lead to confusion, distress, and a breakdown in communication for patients, families,
