If the records are needed for a medically pressing problem, pick them up. Make copies of the medical records and keep the originals you got. The medical records may show why you need a certain service or treatment. The records help sup port your case with facts. PHLP is a Pennsylvania public interest law firm.
Most laws differ from state to state.
Even federal laws can be administered differently in different states. We are providing this information as a public service. We try to make it accurate as of the date indicated for each brochure. Sometimes the laws change. If the date provided is not within the past year, call us and ask for an update.