As the COVID-19 situation evolves and for the safety of our patients, patient’s representatives and staff, we encourage downloading the Authorization for Release of Health Information Pursuant To HIPAA form instead of an in person visit to our hospital offices, see below Medical Records Release Forms section.
Physician office or hospital can request records during office hours by faxing a request on a letter head to 914-349-8229 or calling 718-920-4921.
It is the obligation of Montefiore to protect the confidentiality of a patient's medical record. Any information contained in the medical record is confidential and protected by Federal and State law.
Medical record request is generally honored to furnish information to the patient or authorized patient representative, or another party, which may include but not limited to another physician, medical facility, an attorney, court or an insurance company.
Primary care patients can email their doctor, check on lab results, request a medication refill, access information to manage their health and create their own personal health record to access at any time 24/7 through a secure patient portal. Learn more about this online feature.
Medical records, X-rays or other radiological images can be requested directly from the provider’s office, by mail or in person by visiting the Health Information Management Department at one of the Montefiore Hospitals.
If medical records, X-rays or other radiological images are requested in person, the patient or authorized patient representative must present a form of identification such us a driver’s license or picture ID with signature.
For Healthcare Providers
Physician office or hospital can request records during office hours by faxing a request on a letter head to 914-349-8229 including the following information:
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To request medical records, X-rays or other radiological images by mail, complete an Authorization for Release of Health Information Pursuant To HIPAA form:
It is important following information is provided when completing the form:
When medical records contain information for one or more of the following categories, indicate this by initaling the appropriate section of the Authorization in addition to completing it in full:
Please mail the completed HIPAA form to:
Montefiore
111 East 210th Street, Bronx, NY 10467
Attention: Health Information Management Department.
In special circumstances, additional supporting documents may be required for release of information.
For questions, please contact 718 920 4921.
A fee of $0.75 per page may be charged for paper records or $6.50 for copies of records on a CD. There are no charges when records are sent directly to another physician or medical facility.
In accordance with New York state law, requests will be processed within 10 business days after the authorization is received.
Note: If a person other than the patient is picking up the records, the other person’s name must be indicated in the authorization form and the person must present an identification at the time of pickup.
Amendments
HIPAA provides the patient with the right to amend his/her record. If you believe the information in your medical record is incorrect, you can request an amendment to your record. The health care provider will review and respond to the request. A request to amend records can be done in person by visiting the Montefiore Health Information Management (HIM) Department. HIM will coordinate the amendment process between the patient and the health care provider.
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If you have any further questions, please visit one of our offices or contact 718 920 4921.