It's a situation many of us will face at some point: needing to access old medical records. Perhaps your long-time physician has retired, or a practice has closed its doors. This can feel like a daunting task, especially when you're dealing with sensitive health information. But thankfully, there are established processes to ensure you can retrieve these vital documents.
Recently, for instance, patients of Gregory V. Brewer, MD, were informed that his practice permanently closed to patient care as of December 8, 2022. For those who received care from Dr. Brewer, their patient files have been transferred to a designated Records Custodian, Morgan Records Management, LLC. This is a common practice when a medical professional retires or closes their practice, ensuring continuity of care and accessibility of your health history. The notice from Dr. Brewer's office expressed gratitude for the trust patients placed in him over the years, a sentiment that often accompanies such transitions.
Morgan Records Management, as the custodian, is tasked with maintaining these records securely and confidentially, adhering to all applicable laws and standards. They will hold onto these records for a significant period – typically at least seven years after your last date of service, though often longer. This ensures that if you need to refer back to your medical history, even years down the line, the information will still be available.
Similarly, former patients of Glenn S. Rothfeld MD, MAc, who retired in 2022, have their medical records managed through Morgan Records Management. For those needing to request their files from Dr. Rothfeld's practice, the process is straightforward. You can visit the Morgan Records Management website at MorganRecordsManagement.com and navigate to the 'Request My Medical Records' section. Alternatively, you can reach out via email at Medical@MorganRM.com or call for urgent requests at 833-888-0061. It's worth noting that there's usually a nominal processing fee associated with all medical records requests, regardless of who is making the request.
It's important to remember that these processes are in place to protect your privacy and ensure you have continued access to your personal health information. While the idea of requesting records might seem complex, by following the outlined steps and utilizing the resources provided by the designated custodians like Morgan Records Management, you can efficiently obtain the documents you need. The key is to know where to look and who to contact, especially when a practice transitions or closes.
