32.15 - Powers of the office regarding investigation and inspection.

§ 32.15 Powers of the office regarding investigation and inspection.    (a)  In conducting an investigation or inspection, the commissioner or  his or her authorized representative shall have  the  power  to  inspect  facilities,  examine  records,  conduct examinations and interviews, and  obtain such other information as may be required in order to  carry  out  his or her responsibilities under this article.    (b)  All  investigations  and inspections of clinical records shall be  made  by  persons  competent  to   conduct   such   investigations   and  inspections.   Information obtained by the commissioner from the records  of patients receiving services shall be kept confidential in  accordance  with applicable federal and state confidentiality laws and regulations.