453.720 - Confidential and privileged information. - Nevada Statutes

453.720  Confidential and privileged information.  Unless otherwise requested by a narcotic addict being treated, or a person who in the past was treated, under NRS 453.660, and except as otherwise provided in NRS 239.0115, all information in possession of the Health Division of the Department, any rehabilitation clinic or any certified hospital concerning such person is confidential and privileged.

      (Added to NRS by 1971, 652; A 1979, 1671; 2007, 2111)

      NRS 453.730  Emergency treatment authorized without notification to law enforcement officer or agency.  Notwithstanding any other provision of law, any physician may render emergency treatment for narcotic or dangerous drug abuse without notifying a law enforcement official or agency.

      (Added to NRS by 1971, 652)