by law local doctors only need to keep them up to 5 years and public hospitals need to keep them up to 7 years after discharging the patient.
Employee medical records must be kept by employers for how long?
Medical records should be kept for as long as required based on the type of record, and federal/state laws.
Medical records are kept for ever no matter what happens to the patients since is a legal document.
Medical records are kept for ever no matter what happens to the patients since is a legal document.
It's certainly easier to keep medical records on-site for active patients. There are no regulations, however, about where medical records must be kept as long as they are secure.
It depends on where you are. Heres a list of how long different records should be kept. I think this is in the UK
federal
150 years
it would be for 3 years
Seven years
32 Days
In Florida, veterinary medical records for deceased patients should generally be kept for a minimum of two years after the animal's death. This retention period aligns with the Florida Veterinary Practice Act. However, it is advisable for veterinarians to retain records longer if they pertain to any ongoing legal or liability issues. Always check with local regulations and professional guidelines for specific requirements.