The latest “news” on Lindsay Lohan is that she just tested positive for drugs while in treatment. And, as if that wasn’t enough, other reports say she was having sex with another patient at the center. I’m not condoning her behavior, but what ever happened to confidentiality? That kind of information should be protected. It certainly is in the drug rehab centers I recommend.

When a person is in drug rehab they should be protected by federal confidentiality laws – just like any other medical treatment. Doesn’t this fall under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)’s Privacy Rule? The Act was set up to protect patient information – it can’t be disclosed without the patient’s permission. There are very limited exceptions to the rule and violations carry heavy penalties.

Anyone who works in a drug rehab center knows that you can’t even confirm or deny someone’s presence at the center unless you have the patient’s written consent.

A successful drug rehab program takes precautions to ensure the privacy rights of all clients, including celebrities, are protected.

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