Medical Records Access Fairness Act

Hozzl · 2022-12-29T23:03:26Z

Explore the details of House Bill 7422 Medical Records Access Fairness Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Health. Stay informed on legislative developments.

12/29/2022, 11:03 PM

Summary of Bill HR 7422

Bill 117 HR 7422, also known as the Medical Records Access Fairness Act, aims to address issues related to patients' access to their medical records. The bill seeks to ensure that patients have timely and affordable access to their medical records, as well as the ability to easily transfer their records to other healthcare providers.

One key provision of the bill is the requirement for healthcare providers to provide patients with access to their medical records within a reasonable timeframe, typically within 30 days of the request. This provision is intended to ensure that patients have timely access to important medical information that can help them make informed decisions about their healthcare.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions to address the issue of high fees that some healthcare providers charge for access to medical records. The bill aims to limit the fees that healthcare providers can charge for providing copies of medical records to patients, making it more affordable for patients to access their own medical information. Overall, the Medical Records Access Fairness Act seeks to promote transparency and empower patients by ensuring that they have easy and affordable access to their medical records. By providing patients with greater control over their own medical information, the bill aims to improve the overall quality of healthcare and patient outcomes.

Congressional Summary of HR 7422

Medical Records Access Fairness Act

This bill prohibits health care providers from charging a fee for providing copies of individuals' protected health information. This prohibition does not apply to requests for a (1) duplicate of a copy that an individual has received within the past year, (2) nonelectronic copy that is otherwise available at no cost in electronic form through an online portal, or (3) copy to an attorney of an individual.

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Current Status of Bill HR 7422

Bill HR 7422 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 6, 2022. Bill HR 7422 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on April 6, 2022. Bill HR 7422's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Health. as of April 7, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 7422

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7422

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Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7422

Medical Records Access Fairness Act

To amend the HITECH Act to allow an individual to obtain a copy of such individual's protected health information at no cost unless certain circumstances apply, and for other purposes.