2006 New York Code - 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.