Cindy, I do not know what the official policies are, but during my
treatments for breast cancer (which involved 5 different doctors) I
requested copies of all the records and lab reports for my own files --
and got them. This has proven not only helpful, but also necessary as I
continue to do my own research to stay healthy (and my memory is not
what it once was -- a loss which coincided with my chemo treatments, and
I don't think that's a coincidence!) So by all means ask. God bless,
Joicy
Rick Hefner wrote:
>
> Is it common practice or out-of-line for a patient to request their own
> medical records?
> I know it is strongly recommended to get second opinions and have read to
> take all your records with you, but how do you go about obtaining them?
> Is it possible to get copies of test results?
> Thanks for any input on this subject-----Cindy
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