Physicians' Patient Records Act

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Section
44-115-10

Short title.

Section
44-115-15

Medical records defined.

Section
44-115-20

Physician is owner of certain patient records.

Section
44-115-30

Patient's right to receive copy of medical record or have it transferred to another physician; written authorization required.

Section
44-115-40

Physician not to release records without express written consent.

Section
44-115-50

Physician may rely on representations of insurance carrier or administrator as to patient authorization to release records; immunity from liability and disciplinary action.

Section
44-115-60

Physician's release of summary or portion in lieu of full record.

Section
44-115-70

Records not to be withheld because of unpaid medical bills.

Section
44-115-80

Fees physician may charge for search and duplication of records.

Section
44-115-90

Fees for providing medical information other than copying existing documents.

Section
44-115-100

Sections 44-115-80 and 44-115-90 not applicable to requests for information made in relation to health insurance claims.

Section
44-115-110

Payment for services related to medical records a just debt; payment in advance may be required.

Section
44-115-120

Length of time records must be kept; records pertaining to minors.

Section
44-115-130

Sale of medical records by physician restricted; notice of intent to sell.

Section
44-115-140

Immunity from civil, criminal, and disciplinary liability for compliance with request to release information.

Section
44-115-150

Other provisions pertaining to medical records or actions involving medical negligence not invalidated by this chapter.

Section
44-115-160

Mammogram report requirements.