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Can I have another person pick up my prescription drugs, medical supplies, or x-rays?

Yes. HIPAA allows health care providers (such as pharmacists) to give prescription drugs, medical supplies, X-rays, and other health care items to a family member, friend, or other person you send to pick them up.

 

Created 9/16/08

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Content last reviewed on July 26, 2013