If you've ever tried to get a copy of your health records, or records for a loved one, you've probably hit a lot of roadblocks. Myths about HIPAA and your right to get your health information are rampant.
Here are the facts:
You have a right to all of your health information that is generated as part of a doctor visit or hospital stay.
You have a right to all of your test results including your lab tests, underlying data from your genome sequence, your x-rays, CT scans, and MRIs, too.
You have the right to a copy of your health records for a reasonable fee. Your cost should be no more than the cost of making that copy. In the case of copies electronically delivered, that cost may be zero.
You have the right to have your health information sent within 30 days of receipt of your request.
You have the right to your health information sent in the format requested, as long as it is readily producible. This includes email if that is what you desire.
You have the right to request a correction to your health information, or request additional information be added if there is something missing.
You have the right to have your health data sent to any third party that you designate.
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