HI,
Those lazy jerks are supposed to give you your records -- with some exceptions:
http://www.privacyrights.org/fs/fs8b-MedFAQ.htm#2
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2. Do I have a right to my medical records?
Yes. The HIPAA medical privacy law gives you the right to see and get copies of your own medical records. There are a few exceptions.
For example, HIPAA does not give you the right to access psychotherapy notes or information compiled for use in litigation. Your request may also be denied if the provider decides access to the records could result in harm to you or another person.
In addition to HIPAA, many states have laws that allow patients or their designated representatives access medical records. State laws may give you more, but not less, privacy than HIPAA.
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also:
http://www.privacyrights.org/fs/fs8b-MedFAQ.htm#2
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Be aware that you may be denied access to some records, usually related to mental health records. I
If a provider believes that letting you look at your medical records can endanger your physical health, your request may be refused. They cannot deny you access just because they think you will be upset, unless they believe that upset will lead to an attempt to physically harm yourself.
If you are refused, the provider must make that clear, in writing.
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Contact the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office for Civil Rights. They have a procedure:
http://www.hhs.gov/ocr/privacy/
M.