Can a doctor refuse to release medical records even if the patient gives his/her permission to do so?

Can one specialist release medical records to another specialist?

Anyone can release medical records if they get the patient's permission in writing.A little more...Under HIPAA, a caregiver can release PHI (Protected Health Information) to another caregiver who is actively taking care of the same patient without restriction OR permission (Unless the patient has specifically asked this not be done).

Do doctors have to release medical information to the parents even if they are a minor?

Most doctors are actually adults. You must be thinking of that TV show.A more detailed answer would be: If the patient is a minor, the patient's parents or guardians would sign the Authorization of the Release of Medical Records form. If the parent or guardian of the minor signed this form, and grant permission to release the medical records, the physician, then, can do so. The parents/guardians have the right to access the minor's medical records, but cannot keep the original record as it belongs to the Maker (in this case, the physician).

Can you release medical records to other than the patient?

Medical records can't be released to anyone without signed consent from the patient. There are laws that protect the privacy of patients and their medical information called HIPPA.

How do you get a copy of my medical records?

go to your family doctor and ask for permission papers to see your medical records you will have to sighn the release papers and you may have to show your identification to prove your hoever you are and if you mare under 18 you will have to have your parent with you for parent permission

Do all jurisdictions require a subpoena and a release from the patient to authorize release of records?

If the patient's medical records are germaine and vital to the case and can supply needed evidence, the patient cannot refuse to release them - but a court order would be necessary to gain access to them

The medical record should be released only with a?

Medical records are confidential. They should only be released after the patient has signed a release form.

Medical Records Request?

Get StartedMedical records contain highly private and personal information and are considered confidential. Patients generally have the right to their own medical information and the right to control who else has access to their records. Therefore, with certain exceptions, medical information can only be released with the written authorization of the patient or the patient's authorized representative. This document can be used to provide the necessary authorization. Under rare circumstances, a health care provider may restrict the release of medical records to the patient if the release could be harmful to the patient or others.Most states recognize that the actual medical records are the property of the health care provider who compiles, stores, and maintains the information. Typically, then, only copies of medical records are released and the health care provider maintains the original record. Providers can charge a fee for copying the records but should not deny the release of medical records because the patient has outstanding medical bills.Many health care providers have very specific procedures regarding the release of medical records because of confidentiality concerns and the special protection afforded certain types of records such as HIV, mental health, and substance abuse information. Although this form specifically addresses certain types of records, providers may require you to use their specific form to authorize the release of records. Therefore, it is possible that a provider will not honor this program's form.THIS PROGRAM IS NOT INTENDED TO BE USED FOR THE RELEASE OF MEDICAL RECORDS FOR LITIGATION PURPOSES. Contact your lawyer if such a release is needed.

What type of form should be completed if the patient no longer allows there medical records to be released?

consent release form.

Can your doctor hand the patient his own medical records when moving?

Absolutely. The patient is entitled to see all parts of their records except for psychotherapy notes. And the doctor is wise to release those records to the patient when they move their practice -- it saves everyone time in responding to requests for records from the new doc.

Joe Researcher asks for access to patient records as part of a research project What should?

B. say noresearchers are not allowed access to the patients medical records unless the patient signs a written consent release particular records to them

Medical Records Transfer Form?

Get StartedMedical records contain highly private and personal information and are considered confidential. Patients generally have the right to their own medical information and the right to control who else has access to their records. Therefore, with certain exceptions, medical information can only be released with the written authorization of the patient or the patient's authorized representative. This document can be used to provide the necessary authorization. Under rare circumstances, a health care provider may restrict the release of medical records to the patient if the release could be harmful to the patient or others.Most states recognize that the actual medical records are the property of the health care provider who compiles, stores, and maintains the information. Typically, then, only copies of medical records are released and the health care provider maintains the original record. Providers can charge a fee for copying the records but should not deny the release of medical records because the patient has outstanding medical bills.Many health care providers have very specific procedures regarding the release of medical records because of confidentiality concerns and the special protection afforded certain types of records such as HIV, mental health, and substance abuse information. Although this form specifically addresses certain types of records, providers may require you to use their specific form to authorize the release of records. Therefore, it is possible that a provider will not honor this program's form.

How does HIPAA affect electronic medical record?

All medical records are treated the same under HIPAA, without regard to the form the record is kept in: Paper, Electronic, Mixed Media, X-Rays, etc. HIPAA applies to electronic medical records as much as it does to paper records. The patient still needs to sign a release for information to be transferred to other providers.