Dr. Ruthann Russo discusses 10 things you should know about your medical record as a critical part of your healthcare and planning.
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1. If you want it, it’s your responsibility to request it
2. You will probably have to pay a reasonable fee for it
3. You can ask the doctor to explain it to you
4. You can ask the doctor to make changes and/or re-write illegible items
5. What you say to your doctor impacts the quality of the information in your record
6. You can (and should) keep your record electronically
7. Your medical record can’t be shared with others without your consent
8. It’s your responsibility to make sure new doctors get copies of your old records
9. Your medical record impacts your family
10. ....and many people you will never meet....
Ruthann Russo, PhD, JD, MPH, RHIT, is a healthcare expert with more than 20 years of experience working in and advising healthcare organizations.
