A physician has a private practice employing a physician assistant, a nurse, and a medical assistant. The physician also has hospital privileges at a nearby facility. Who owns the medical records generated by him and the staff at the practice?

A. The physician.
B. The insurance company paying the bills.
C. The physician assistant if he or she treated the patient.
D. The public health department.
E. The hospital.


Answer: A

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