Copying charges for medical records

Written by Reed Tinsley | September 2, 2009

When charging patients for copying their medical records, don’t just “pick a number” out of the air to charge them. These fees are usually regulated by each state. Here is a website that provides a good compilation of each state’s law related to the copying medical records:

http://www.lamblawoffice.com/medical-records-copying-charges.html

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Reed Tinsley CPA

This article is written by Reed Tinsley, a Houston, TX-based CPA with over 30 years of experience advising physicians and medical practices across Texas and the United States. Reed holds certifications as a Certified Valuation Analyst (CVA), Certified Healthcare Business Consultant (CHBC), and Certified Financial Planner (CFP), specializing exclusively in the healthcare sector. He is a published author, nationally recognized speaker, and trusted advisor to physicians on accounting & tax, practice management, and financial planning. Schedule a Free Consultation.

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