How To Get Access To Deceased Medical Records

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The Rule provides two ways for a surviving family member to obtain the protected health information of a deceased relative. First, disclosures of protected health information for treatment purposes—even the treatment of another individual—do …

Health Information of Deceased Individuals | HHS.gov

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These include provisions that permit a covered entity to disclose a decedent’s health information: (1) to alert law enforcement to the death of the …

How To Obtain Medical Records Of A Deceased …

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A medical power of attorney; Other papers that support their position as executor; Some states may require filling out and submitting …

Accessing Deceased Patient Records—FAQ - AHIMA

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A: First talk to the hospital’s HIM department supervisor. Ask him or her to explain exactly what papers you would need to access the deceased patient’s record. The …