Patient/Client Files
Arranged By:
Alphabetical
Application Number:
89-27
Item Number:
560.23
Purpose:
This record series consists of confidential clinical files which document out-patient treatment of individuals by the Department of Psychology (Ill. Rev. Stat. 1989, ch. 91½, par. 801 et seq. and ch. 111½, par. 5401 et seq.). The documents are a source for therapists in client backgrounds and serve as a basis for educational training. Contents in the record series include a face sheet, name of patient, therapy session notes, summary notes, and contact sheets.
Procedure:
Retain in office for ten (10) years after the last record of health service usage or four (4) years after the patient reaches the age of majority, if the patient is a minor, whichever period is longer, then dispose of provided no litigation is pending or anticipated.
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