Sharing School Health Information in Indiana
With the start of a new school year, information sharing is important for the health, safety, and well-being of students. It is often confusing on what information can be shared and with whom. The two laws that primarily regulate the exchange of information of students are The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA). Healthcare providers and school personnel are governed by FERPA and HIPPA, making it crucial that all those involved with school health understand these laws and how they apply to their work with Hoosier children.
Covering Kids & Families of Indiana, in conjunction with the Indiana School Health Network and the National Center for School Law, published the 3rd edition of HIPAA or FERPA? A Primer on Sharing School Health Information in Indiana. This Primer provides an overview of the federal and state confidentiality laws when health care is provided at school and answers frequently asked questions regarding sharing student information.