A case manager is working with a client who receives services from a federally-assisted substance use disorder (SUD) treatment program. The case manager needs to coordinate care with the client's primary care physician. Under 42 CFR Part 2, what is required before the case manager can share information about the client's SUD treatment?
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A
A verbal agreement from the client documented in the case notes.
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B
A court order, as medical records are involved.
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C
Specific, written consent from the client authorizing the disclosure.
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D
Standard agency consent for release of information that covers all medical records.