It couldn’t happen to a nicer guy, but they can get Limbaugh’s medical records without even invoking the Patriot Act? Next they will require his Wife to testify against him.
I was under the impression that medical records could be used in a court of law, already. I know that’s certainly the case with ambulance run reports.
St. Urho
EMT/Firefighter
Doctor- patient confidentiality is not as “inviolate” as doctor-patient privilege( the distinction is subtle & too difficult to explain here) & legal privilege is easily overcome pursuant to subpoena, court order, or 'the interests of justice."( There are a few other exceptions- dangerousness, child custody fights, generally legally related reasons.