Patient Access to Records

Summary

HB 1309 would mandate that hospitals, nursing homes, and other health‑care providers furnish patients or their legal representatives with copies of medical records within a set timeframe, typically 14 working days. It also lets patients request records in paper or electronic form and sets limits on copying fees. The bill aims to speed up access to health information while clarifying who may receive it and under what conditions.

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