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How long should you maintain a 13 year old girl's medical records if the statute of limitations in that state is 3 years and the age of the majority in that state is 21?
The child's medical records should be maintained by the parent until she's old enough - after that it's her own responsibility.
Can a person legally ask their doctor for copies of their own medical records for their own use?
yes, you have a right to copies of all your medical records.
Where do you go to get some one to get your medical records which you have been refused since March 2007?
if they are your own medical records you cannot be refused them. you have the right to have a copy of your medical records. it is against the law for anyone not to give you your medical records
How do you go about accessing your medical records?
To obtain your own medical records you must submit in writting a statement releasing your records to yourself and give it to your primary physician.
How do you get your own medical records?
Everyone has the right to obtain their own medical records. Simply contact your physician's office and request a copy of your records. You'll have to pick them up from the office and sometimes there's a small fee.
Who is responsible for medical bills on a nineteen year old?
Parents are responsible for their children until they reach the age of majority or are emancipated.
Can you transfer your own medical records?
Yes, you certainly can. In fact, it's a wise idea to obtain and maintain a copy of your medical records just to prevent confusion.
Does HIPAA protect the right to access medical records even if the medical bill has not been paid In other words can a medical provider deny access to your own medical records if you owe money?
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.
What rule in HIPAA deals with patient access to records?
The Privacy Rule controls the access a patient has to her own medical records.
Medical records are own by?
medical records are owned by a patient b. government c. hospital or physician d. medical licensure board medical records are owned by a patient b. government c. hospital or physician d. medical licensure board
According to new york state law who is responsible for unpaid medical bills for a 19 year old since child support has to be paid until she is 21?
The 19 year old is an adult and should pay own medical bills.
What is the reference for you must sign a release form to receive a copy of your own medical records?
Medical records (for YOUR protection) are covered under HIPPA (Health Information Privacy and Portability Act) and while the law may not require you to sign for your own records, the medical office may require it in order to protect their liability by getting a receipt from you proving that it WAS you that obtained them.
