LAC 46:XLIV.4101. Health Data

A. Data concerning an individual's health status must be systematically and continuously collected, recorded, and communicated in order to determine therapeutic needs, according to the following criteria. 1. The format for the collection and recordation of data must provide for systematic collection, frequent updating, accessibility, and appropriate confidentiality. 2. Data may be collected from the individual, family members, pertinent others and other health care personnel. 3. Client records are to be obtained and reviewed by the licensed therapist to determine if therapeutic massage intervention is needed. 4. Current client records are to be maintained at the licensed establishment location in a confidential manner. 5. All client records must be maintained for a minimum of five calendar years after the last service is performed for that client. After five years from the last date of service, client records may be disposed of in an appropriate and confidential manner.