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Medical Records
Your medical records are protected health information. To transfer medical records or request copies, requests must be submitted in writing using a Patient Authorization to Release Protected Heath Information Form.
Transferring
Medical Records to a New Provider
Requesting that copies
of your medical records be sent to your new health
care provider ensures that your new physician
knows about your previous health conditions and
medical treatments. Sharing this information
is important for making informed decisions about
your care. There is no charge to transfer
records or share copies of health information
directly between healthcare providers.
Copies for Personal Records
You may request a copy of your medical records (including X-rays, test results,
etc.) at any time for your personal records. If you request a copy of your
medical information for your own records, you will be charged a reasonable
fee for copying, preparing and mailing the information. To reduce your
cost, only request specific information rather than your complete medical
records.
How to submit a medical records copy or transfer request.
Adding End-of-Life
Care Documents to Your Medical Records
You may wish to keep a copy of your Power
of Attorney (POA) for Health Care on file with your medical records. Submit
a copy of the signed document to your health care provider and it will be added
to your records.
If you have questions about copying or transferring
your medical records, please call IOD (Information on Demand)
Inc., Dean's medical records copying and transferring service
at (608)
252-8275.
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