Archive for February, 2020

According to both California Law and HIPAA, you have the right to get a copy of your own medical records. Although there are exceptions to that right, generally, the request to access your records is approved. However, why would a patient want a copy of their own medical records? Below are a few common reasons ... Continue Reading >>

It’s exciting when one finds out for the first time that they can order medical records online for themselves or for someone else as their personal representative. Although, you may assume the process to obtain them will be lengthy and grueling. Medical records are legal documents after all. Plus, there’s a first time for everything ... Continue Reading >>

Just like your DNA, your resume, and your criminal record, your medical records contain a lot of information about you. Apart from your basic personal information, these records feature details such as previous vital signs, diagnoses, medications used, treatment plans, dates of vaccinations, various test and laboratory results, and so on. As you could imagine, ... Continue Reading >>

Did you know that a majority of patients who have the ability to legally access their electronic medical records don’t take advantage of it? Approximately just 10% of patients actually end up obtaining them. Yet, research shows that Americans now more than ever are wanting to play a direct role in their health – including ... Continue Reading >>