71-8402. Terms, defined.
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For purposes of sections 71-8401 to 71-8407 :
(1)Medical records means a provider's record of a patient's health history and treatment rendered;
(2)Mental health medical records means medical records or parts thereof created by or under the direction or supervision of a licensed psychiatrist, a licensed psychologist, a mental health practitioner licensed or certified pursuant to the Mental Health Practice Act, or a professional counselor who holds a privilege to practice in Nebraska as a professional counselor under the Licensed Professional Counselors Interstate Compact;
(3)Patient includes a patient or former patient;
(4)Patient request or request of a patient includes the request of a patient's guardian or other authorized representative; and
(5)Provider means a physician, psychologist, chiropractor, dentist, hospital, clinic, and any other licensed or certified health care practitioner or entity.