For the purposes of this chapter, consent to the release of a deceased patient's record may be given by the personal representative of the patient's estate. If there is no appointment of a personal representative, consent may be given by:

1. (1) the patient's spouse; or

2. (2) if there is no spouse, any responsible member of the patient's family, including a parent, guardian, or custodian of the deceased patient’s minor child.

   [Pre-1993 Recodification Citation: 16-4-8-3.1(j).]

As added by P.L.2-1993, SEC.22. Amended by P.L.4-1997, SEC.8.