Can a doctor's receptionist get information on a non patient ?

to clarify can a doctor's receptionist get information on her computer sytem on a patient who is not registered at that surgury? ( asking because of confidentiality breech)
Answer:
no, unless that place where the person works has access to other doctor's patients, which is highly unlikely.

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You say the word "patient" later after non-patient. If the information is on a medical system, then it is more than likely covered under HIPPA (privacy act) and you would open yourself up to possible trouble. Stick to the internet or phone book to be safe!

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