Authorization for Release of Confidential Health Information Indicator

**Semantic type:** Conceptual Entity

**Definition:** An indicator that can be set or unset in order to signal whether a signed authorization from a patient, or his legal representative, or clinical study participant for the use or disclosure of oral, written, or electronic form of confidential health information that identifies the individual and relates to the medical history, diagnosis, treatment, or prognosis of his condition has been obtained.

**Synonyms:** - Indicator of Authorization for Release of Confidential Health Information