Begin by specifying your name, the entity authorized to disclose information, and the individuals or entities you authorize to receive it. Indicate the specific information and purpose for which it will be disclosed, add an expiration date or event, and sign and date the form to confirm your consent.
(a) Except as otherwise provided in subdivision (b), for a minimum of 7 years from the date of service to which the record pertains.
Some of your health information is available online through our secure MyUofMHealth Patient Portal . Learn more about the patient portal. To request (electronic or paper) copies of your Michigan Medicine health information, you can use this ROI form: Authorization to Release Information from UMHS form (PDF) (English)
A Privacy Rule Authorization is an individual's signed permission to allow a covered entity to use or disclose the individual's protected health information (PHI) that is described in the Authorization for the purpose(s) and to the recipient(s) stated in the Authorization.
How to Submit Requests and Receive Copies. To request a copy of your medical records (for personal use or for another healthcare provider), download, print and complete the Release of Information Authorization form. Once completed you may FAX or mail your request to the appropriate medical center listed below.
Content for a valid authorization includes: The name of the person or entity authorized to make the request (usually the patient) The complete name of the person or entity to receive the protected health information (PHI) A specific description of the information to be used or disclosed, including the dates of service.
You may be able to request your record through your provider's patient portal. You may have to fill out a form — called a health or medical record release form, or request for access—send an email, or mail or fax a letter to your provider.
Standard Turnaround Time The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) stipulates that medical records should be provided within 30 days of the request. This is seen as the benchmark for many facilities.
A Privacy Rule Authorization is an individual's signed permission to allow a covered entity to use or disclose the individual's protected health information (PHI) that is described in the Authorization for the purpose(s) and to the recipient(s) stated in the Authorization.