Massachusetts H2373 mandates providers to supply complete medical records to patients or their representatives within 15 business days of a written.

Massachusetts H2373 amends Chapter 118I of the General Laws to require healthcare providers to furnish complete and current medical records to patients or their authorized representatives within 15 business days of a written request. This includes laboratory reports, x-rays, prescriptions, and other technical information. Providers may exclude written speculations about the patient's health condition but must include all information necessary for the patient's informed consent. The bill also allows providers to furnish only a summary of the record if the patient consents.

Massachusetts H2373 mandates providers to supply complete medical records to patients or their representatives within 15 business days of a written.

Massachusetts H2373 amends Chapter 118I of the General Laws to require healthcare providers to furnish complete and current medical records to patients or their authorized representatives within 15 business days of a written request. This includes laboratory reports, x-rays, prescriptions, and other technical information. Providers may exclude written speculations about the patient's health condition but must include all information necessary for the patient's informed consent. The bill also allows providers to furnish only a summary of the record if the patient consents.