What are my rights as a parent if I had a dentist tell me I was not allowed to go in the exam room with my 11 year old child?
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What are my rights as a parent if I had a dentist tell me I was not allowed to go in the exam room with my 11 year old child?
Is this actually part of the HIPPA laws? I need this explained to know my rights.
Asked on June 15, 2015 under Malpractice Law, Florida
Answers:
B.H.F., Member, Texas State Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 8 years ago | Contributor
You need to find a new dentist. It's your child. Only you should be able to make any final decisions. If your doctor is prohibiting you from be in a room during an exam with a minor child, then you simply need to tell him no, and find a doctor that understands that parents have every right to be present.
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