Am I guaranteed copies of my medical records for free?

No, you are not guaranteed free access to your medical records. Pursuant to the Health & Safety Code, a physician can charge a clerical fee for making copies of your medical records. For copying diagnostic films like an MRI, x-ray, or CT scan, you can also be charged the cost of copying the films. Beyond clerical fees and costs associated with copying medical records or diagnostic films, you cannot be charged to obtain copies of your medical records.