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2021 South Carolina Code of Laws
Title 44 - Health
Chapter 115 - Physicians' Patient Records Act
- Section 44-115-10. Short title.
- Section 44-115-15. Medical records defined.
- Section 44-115-20. Physician is owner of certain patient records.
- Section 44-115-30. Patient's right to receive copy of medical record or have it transferred to another physician; written authorization required.
- Section 44-115-40. Physician not to release records without express written consent.
- Section 44-115-50. Physician may rely on representations of insurance carrier or administrator as to patient authorization to release records; immunity from liability and disciplinary action.
- Section 44-115-60. Physician's release of summary or portion in lieu of full record.
- Section 44-115-70. Records not to be withheld because of unpaid medical bills.
- Section 44-115-80. Fees physician may charge for search and duplication of records.
- Section 44-115-90. Fees for providing medical information other than copying existing documents.
- Section 44-115-100. Sections 44-115-80 and 44-115-90 not applicable to requests for information made in relation to health insurance claims.
- Section 44-115-110. Payment for services related to medical records a just debt; payment in advance may be required.
- Section 44-115-120. Length of time records must be kept; records pertaining to minors.
- Section 44-115-130. Sale of medical records by physician restricted; notice of intent to sell.
- Section 44-115-140. Immunity from civil, criminal, and disciplinary liability for compliance with request to release information.
- Section 44-115-150. Other provisions pertaining to medical records or actions involving medical negligence not invalidated by this chapter.
- Section 44-115-160. Mammogram report requirements.
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