Delaware
Medical Records Custodian & Retention Laws
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Delaware Medical Record Retention Law:
https://regulations.delaware.gov
- * Medical records must be kept for at least 5 years after the last time they were used for patient care. After this period, the records can be destroyed, either as original documents, on microfilm, or electronically, at the discretion of the Managed Care Organization (MCO)
- * Medical records for minors (under 18 years old) must be kept until the individual turns 23 (age 18 plus 5 years) or longer if required by state law.
- * The MCO must have a process in place to notify patients before their records are destroyed.
- * The Department has the right to access medical records for the purpose of monitoring and reviewing MCO practices.
Cost
$2 per page for the first 10 pages.
$1 per page for pages 11-20.
90¢ per page for pages 21-60.
50¢ per page for pages 61 and above.
Special Records:
For items like radiology films, models, photographs, or fetal monitoring strips that can’t be photocopied, the provider can charge the actual cost of reproduction.
Shipping Costs:
If records are mailed, the provider can charge the actual cost of postage or shipping.
Disability Benefits Program:
You don’t need to pay upfront for medical records if they are requested to support or complete a disability benefits application.
Delaware Medical Board
https://dpr.delaware.gov/boards/medicalpractice/