Do patients have a right to the copies of dental procedure x-rays in PA or any state?
Yes, nationwide in every state, patients have a right to receive copies of their own medical and dental records, also x-rays and other diagnostic tests and procedures. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services makes this available under the HIPPA law which stands for the Health Information Portability Accountability Act. The link below will also explain that some health care providers are unaware of their obligations, and will assist you in how to go about asking for and receiving your records. Read more here.
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