Disclosure directive

What is a disclosure directive?

When applied to an eChart Manitoba (eChart) record, a disclosure directive hides or masks all clinical information from eChart users. However, it does not hide your name, personal health identification number(s), date of birth or address.

Who can override a disclosure directive?

Only a health-care provider with a specific level of access to eChart can temporarily override a disclosure directive. A health-care provider may override a disclosure directive if it is deemed necessary to obtain relevant information to prepare for or provide you with safe, quality care. A health-care provider is required to provide a reason each time they override a disclosure directive, and each access is logged, reported, and subject to auditing.

What you should know about a disclosure directive

• A request to add or remove a disclosure directive can be made at any time.
• A disclosure directive will hide all clinical information from an eChart user; there is no ability to hide a portion of the eChart record.

A request can be made to see who has viewed your record, including who has overridden your disclosure directive and the reason for the override.