Medical Records in California

Under HIPAA, you have the right to access your medical records within 30 days of your request. California follows federal HIPAA guidelines with the following considerations:

Your Rights Under HIPAA

• Right to access your medical records within 30 days
• Right to receive copies in your preferred format (paper or electronic)
• Right to request corrections to your medical records
• Right to an accounting of disclosures

Request Process

1. Contact the medical records department at your hospital or provider
2. Submit a written request (letter, form, or patient portal)
3. Provide photo ID and sign authorization forms
4. Pay any applicable copying fees (varies by provider)
5. Receive your records within 30 days