Medical Records

medicalrecords PAMED has prepared general legal information to help you make good decisions about handling medical records:

And, check out a recording of our October 2019 webinar on medical records retention and disposal here.

Feb 24, 2023, 11:00 AM
Who Can Access A Deceased Patient’s Medical Records?
Here's what Pa. physicians should know concerning access to a decedent’s medical records.
Feb 24, 2023, 10:49 AM
Medical Records Retention and Disposal
We continue to get questions from members related to medical record retention and disposal. On our monthly Frontline call on Oct. 3, 2019, we covered this topic with PAMED's practice support and legal team.
Feb 24, 2023, 01:00 AM
HIPAA Right of Access & OCR Enforcement: What Physicians Should Know
Find out what HIPAA Right of Access applies to and how access must be granted. Plus, learn about recent federal enforcement actions.
Jan 12, 2023, 02:30 AM
2023 Medical Record Copying Fees Available to Members in Convenient Chart
Members can find the Department of Health's 2023 medical copying fees on PAMED's convenient chart.
Jun 17, 2021, 12:20 PM
Medical Record Disposition: What Physicians Should Know
Find out what to do with medical records when a physician retires or passes away.