Tip for HIPAA Authorization (entity-specific)

Be specific about which records you want released — broad requests take longer to process

Tip for HIPAA Authorization (entity-specific)

This authorization can be revoked at any time in writing (but cannot undo records already released)

Tip for HIPAA Authorization (entity-specific)

Providers cannot condition treatment on signing a HIPAA authorization (with limited exceptions)

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HIPAA Authorization for Release of PHI

HIPAA Authorization (entity-specific) · Hospitals / Providers

Written authorization allowing a covered entity to disclose Protected Health Information to specified recipients for specified purposes. Must include who can disclose, who receives, what is disclosed, purpose, and expiration date. Revocable at any time.

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Where to Submit This Form

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Submit to the healthcare provider whose records you want released

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Mail to the provider's medical records or health information department

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Fax to the provider's medical records department

Required Attachments

📎 Completed HIPAA authorization form (provider-specific or use a general form)
📎 Specify exactly which records, time period, and recipient
📎 Patient signature (or authorized representative signature with proof of authority)

Processing Time

Providers must respond within 30 days (with one 30-day extension allowed). Many release records within 1-2 weeks.

What Happens Next

The provider will release the specified records to the named recipient. You may be charged a reasonable fee for copying.

Tips for This Form

✓ Be specific about which records you want released — broad requests take longer to process
✓ This authorization can be revoked at any time in writing (but cannot undo records already released)
✓ Providers cannot condition treatment on signing a HIPAA authorization (with limited exceptions)

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