Research on how to legally authorize third parties (family members, friends, representatives) to access your medical records, including HIPAA authorization forms, healthcare power of attorney, and proxy access methods.

Documents

DocumentDescription
Authorizing Third-Party Access to Medical RecordsComplete guide on methods to authorize friends, family, or representatives to access your medical records
Provider Communication & Receipt ConfirmationWhether providers must have email/fax, receipt confirmation obligations, how to verify requests were received

Key Topics

  • HIPAA Authorization Forms - Legal documents for specific medical record releases
  • Healthcare Power of Attorney - Broader authority for medical decision-making and record access
  • Proxy Access - Patient portal sharing for online medical record access
  • Required Elements - What must be included in authorization documents
  • Patient Rights - Understanding your rights when authorizing access