If a patient requests his medical records, they should be provided to the patient within what period of time?
Ans. is 'd' i.e., 30 days * The patient can request his medical records, which normally should be provided to the patient within 30 days. This is a national standard.* The medical provider can extend the 30 days to a total of 60 days for good cause. The patient has to pay for the cost of copies and postage.* Others who may obtain records are parents of minor children, legal guardians or an agent (for eg. Someone designated in a Health Care Power of Attorney)* Police do not have a right to demand medical records except when there is statutory provision for such requisitions.
7 days
15 days
21 days
30 days
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