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According to HIPAA, patients are entitled to all information present in their medical records including diagnoses, doctor notes, medical testing, and the like. Not only can patients view their records, but they also have the right to request a copy of them in exchange for a small fee. While you normally have access to such ... Continue Reading >>

Safety always comes first, and it always will. We have our children wear knee pads, elbow pads, and a helmet when they start to ride a bike. We wear a seatbelt when we drive. We make sure to have insurance in the event that we get injured, come across a dental issue, get involved in ... Continue Reading >>

We’ve been told time and time again that knowing about the state of our health is important. We may eat healthy, exercise regularly, and have an adequate sleep schedule, but we can still get health problems regardless. One way to better understand your health, apart from opting for regular physicals and going to the doctor ... Continue Reading >>

It’s exciting for Floridians when they find out that they can legally order copies of their own medical records. For them, this means they can stay informed about their medical past, be reminded of past medications they’ve been prescribed and how long it has been since they’ve gotten certain vaccinations, and review previous suggestions they’ve ... Continue Reading >>

It’s great news to know that there’s such a thing as obtaining copies of medical records in the state of Colorado. Knowledge is power. Being able to have access to a copy of medical records, too, is power. But upon learning about the possibility of ordering medical record copies in Colorado, many concern that this ... Continue Reading >>

In the state of Washington, you, a medical professional, and other accepted groups of people have the right to request a copy of your medical records. But it’s always nice to know what, exactly, these records contain before you opt to purchase a copy of them. After all, if you’re paying for them, you deserve ... Continue Reading >>

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 >>