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(a) Except as provided by Subsection (b), a patient or a patient's legally authorized representative may revoke a disclosure consent to a professional at any time. A revocation is valid only if it is written, dated, and signed by the patient or legally authorized representative.
(b) A patient may not revoke a disclosure that is required for purposes of making payment to the professional for mental health care services provided to the patient.
(c) A patient may not maintain an action against a professional for a disclosure made by the professional in good faith reliance on an authorization if the professional did not have notice of the revocation of the consent.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Texas Health and Safety Code - HEALTH & SAFETY § 611.007. Revocation of Consent - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/tx/health-and-safety-code/health-safety-sect-611-007/
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