Patient Records & Privacy
HIA, NRIC guidelines, record retention, disclosure to insurers
4 circular(s)
Records Disclosure to Insurers
9 January 2026 | MOH Cir 02/2026
1. Background
Health Information Act
6 March 2026 | MOH MHC Cir 0018/2026
Action Items: Audit consent forms; review access controls; implement breach protocols; train staff; update privacy documentation.
NRIC Authentication
2 February 2026 | MOH MHC Cir 0001/2026
Action Items: Audit NRIC usage in systems; plan IT modifications; train staff on alternatives; update forms and templates.
View Circular +2 annex(es)
Record Retention Periods
19 July 2022 | MOH Cir 85/2022
Action Items: Document retention periods by record type; establish destruction schedule; ensure secure storage; implement backup procedures for electronic records; review current archival practices.