Tip for Records Request (entity-specific)

You have a legal right to ALL of your medical records under HIPAA — providers cannot refuse your request

Tip for Records Request (entity-specific)

Request electronic copies when possible — HIPAA limits fees for electronic copies and many states prohibit fees entirely

Tip for Records Request (entity-specific)

If the provider does not respond within 30 days, file a complaint with the HHS Office for Civil Rights

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Medical Records Request Form

Records Request (entity-specific) · Hospitals / Providers

Request for copies of medical records. Under HIPAA, must be fulfilled within 30 days. Reasonable cost-based fees may apply. Patient has the right to receive records in electronic format.

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Where to Submit This Form

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Submit to the Health Information Management (HIM) or Medical Records department

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Mail the signed request to the provider's medical records department

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Fax the signed request to the medical records department

Fax number available from the provider's office or website.

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Request through the patient portal (if available)

Many providers now allow record requests through their online portal.

Filing Deadline

No deadline to request your records. Under HIPAA, providers must respond within 30 days (with one 30-day extension if needed).

Required Attachments

📎 Signed medical records request form (provider-specific) or written request letter
📎 Valid photo ID (for in-person requests)
📎 Specification of records requested (date range, type of records, specific providers)
📎 Recipient information (if sending records to another provider)

Processing Time

Under HIPAA: 30 days, with a possible 30-day extension. Electronic records from an EHR must be provided more quickly. Fees may apply for paper copies.

What Happens Next

The provider will compile and deliver the requested records. Under HIPAA, patients have the right to receive their records in the format they request (electronic or paper) if reasonably producible. Fees are limited to reasonable cost-based amounts.

Tips for This Form

✓ You have a legal right to ALL of your medical records under HIPAA — providers cannot refuse your request
✓ Request electronic copies when possible — HIPAA limits fees for electronic copies and many states prohibit fees entirely
✓ If the provider does not respond within 30 days, file a complaint with the HHS Office for Civil Rights
✓ You can authorize records to be sent directly to another provider, attorney, or family member using a HIPAA-compliant authorization

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