Massachusetts S1519 mandates providers to furnish patients with complete and current health records within 15 business days of a written request.
Massachusetts S1519 amends the General Laws to require healthcare providers to supply patients or their authorized representatives with complete and current health records within 15 business days of a written request. The records must include laboratory reports, x-rays, prescriptions, and other technical information. Providers may exclude written speculations about the patient's health condition but must provide all information necessary for informed consent. The patient may request either copies of the health record or a pertinent portion relating to a specified condition.
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