Nevada § 49.215 - Definitions
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 49.215 — Definitions, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 49.215. Definitions
As used in NRS 49.215 to 49.245 , inclusive: 1. A communication is “ confidential ” if it is not intended to be disclosed to third persons other than: (a) Those present to further the interest of the patient in the consultation, examination
or interview; (b) Persons reasonably necessary for the transmission of the communication; or (c) Persons who are participating in the diagnosis and treatment under the direction
of the doctor, including members of the patient's family. 2. “ Doctor ” means a person licensed to practice medicine, dentistry or osteopathic medicine,
chiropractic or naprapathy in any state or nation, or a person who is reasonably believed
by the patient to be so licensed, and in addition includes a person employed by a
public or private agency as a psychiatric social worker, or someone under his or her
guidance, direction or control, while engaged in the examination, diagnosis or treatment
of a patient for a mental condition. 3. “ Patient ” means a person who consults or is examined or interviewed by a doctor for purposes
of diagnosis or treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 49.215
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 49.215 cover?
Section 49.215 ("Definitions") is part of the Nevada Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Nevada. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Nevada § 49.215?
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Is this the official text of Nevada law?
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