Re: Lab results / can't get a copy / ask in writing

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Ask for the records IN WRITING. They've given me the runaround on the phone but

sat up and paid attention when my registered letter arrived.

Here in CT (and I believe most places) it is illegal for a doctor to withhold

test results, yet they sometimes try. They will refuse on the basis of delivery

method..won't fax them (because we can't be sure who will actually receive the

fax! Patient privacy, you know!) That's OK, I'll pick them up in person. Law

says can charge you 65 cents a page, but they can not legally withhold them.

Here's a link to the law, it specifically refers to a written request.

http://www.ct.gov/dph/cwp/view.asp?a=3121 & q=396154 & dphNav_GID=1821 & dphNav=|

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> My most recent lab results are being held

> hostage. I've called several times for copy

> and was given the run around for past week

> today I am told I must make an appt for the

> dr to go over them with me. I am seeing another

> dr and wanted to bring them with me. How can

> I get around this?

> Laurie

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