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Does a doctor have to release medical records if you owe them money?
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∙ 12y ago
Yes they do. Under HIPAA, the caregiver may not withhold patient information because of non-payment.
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What statute states a doctor can withhold your records because of money due?
No such statute exists and, if one did, HIPAA would overrule it at the federal level. It is specifically illegal to withhold medical records in order to collect payment.
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HIPAA allows patient access to their own medical record, with very few exceptions. Failure to pay the bill is NOT one of those exceptions.Added: HIPAA restricts and prevents the dissemination of your medical records without your knowledge and approval. There is no provision within it which allows a medical provider to hold your records "hostage" until you pay their bill.
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A medical doctor can charge you money if you are supposed to pick up pain medication, but you don't have an appointment. This might mean that you were unaware of the appointment.
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As a doctor I can easily tell you that the income for first year medical school is ZERO. In fact during the whole of medical school YOU pay them to teach YOU. You earn NOTHING, not a cent! You only start to earn money when you graduate and get a job as a licensed medical doctor. (I'm a licensed medical doctor)
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Confidentiality and privacy are major concerns when it comes to electronic medical records. Each medical institution spends a lot of money and resources to keep these files secure. Of course there is always a risk of their systems being hack and compromised.
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A sentence for could have been?
"I could have been a great doctor if I had had enough money to pay for medical school."
