How to Request Your Ohio Health Medical Records In 3 Steps

No matter who you are, you are entitled to your medical records. However, it can often be a struggle to get access to them. This can make it hard when you are in another state or changing doctors.

If you are struggling to access your Ohio Health medical records, DoNotPay can help. We understand what it takes to apply for electronic health records and can gladly help you request yours.

Are All Medical Records Available for Release from Ohio Health?

Trying to get medical records can be a daunting task. There are so many rules and requirements based on both the facility and the government. This is to protect your privacy but may still be frustrating if you are trying to get Ohio Health medical records.

Before you begin requesting, there are some things you should consider. One of the biggest things to know is that not all medical records are available for release. This includes:

• Mental Health or Psychotherapy Records (notes about the patient from a physician's personal opinion)
• Records for Lawsuits
• Unfinished Research Records
• Some ER Records
• Records Regarding Other People (if it may cause them harm)
• All records that may cause harm or danger to the patient's safety

This information is protected by HIPAA. Therefore, you should be able to get a diagnosis record from your request from most hospitals and offices, but the items listed above will most likely never be something you can access.

How to Request Medical Records from Ohio Health on Your Own

If you want to obtain your Ohio Health medical records, there are several ways to go about it. Most request options will begin with you filling out a Release of Information form.

The form for Ohio Health will require you to fill out:

1. Your basic information (name, address, phone, date of birth, etc.)
2. The reason for your request (, continuing care, insurance, and more)
3. The name of the hospital from which you are requesting records
4. Date range of services you wish to acquire
5. Which records you want to be released
6. How you wish you receive your records

Once this form is filled out, you will then need to decide on the request option that works best for you. Sending record requests to Ohio Health can be done by:

Email

You can send your request through email, but you will need to choose an alternative delivery method due to file sizes. From there, email a completed release form to:

Fax

Once you have completed the request form, you should have a physician request the information via fax to the hospital you are requesting records from.

Fax numbers are as follows:

Other Contact Information

If you have questions about your medical record transfers or need an alternative way to request it, you can mail requests or call for more information.

Completed forms can be mailed to:

Online Options

If you want fast access to your records, you can take advantage of the OhioHealth MyChart. This will allow you to see all your information. For help to enroll or use MyChart, you can call:

• MyChart Support Team at (614) 533-6924
• Toll-Free at 1 (844) 646-9242

You can also send an email to MyChartSupport@OhioHealth.com

Please Note: When requesting someone else's information, you will need to show documentation of your ability to get it. This may include guardianship, power of attorney, executorship, etc.

The entire process can be time-consuming and frustrating if you need the records transferred quickly. This is why many people opt to get help ensuring they get what is needed for their purpose.

Can You Transfer Medical Records to Ohio Health from Another Doctor?

In general, for you to be able to transfer your medical records from one hospital or doctor to Ohio Health, you will need to have a physician at Ohio Health request it. However, if you can bring your own medical records to Ohio Health, then your doctor may be able to use them.

Does It Cost Anything to Request Your Medical Records?

For most basic needs, there is no cost for requesting medical records. However, this does not apply if you need your records for something other than your personal needs. Some requests that may incur a charge will include:

• Insurance Claims
• Personal Use
• Purposes (filing claims)

DoNotPay Can Help You Easily Access Ohio Health Medical Records

DoNotPay has tackled requesting medical records from various hospitals many times. We understand the rules and requirements for getting access to sensitive information. As the world's first online AI Consumer Champion group, we can ensure that you get the records that you are legally entitled to from any healthcare system.

How to request medical records using DoNotPay:

1. Look up medical records on DoNotPay's website.

2. Enter the name of the health care provider you'd like to receive medical records from.

3. Answer a few questions about your provider and where you'd like to send the records.

DoNotPay will handle everything else! DoNotPay can help you get your medical records from Kaiser Permanente, Baptist Health, Cleveland Clinic and Mercy Hospital as well.

What More Can DoNotPay Do for You?

DoNotPay can tackle a variety of problems that cause most people stress. Our services extend well beyond Ohio Health medical records requests and even help you get access to past medical records.

DoNotPay can help you:

• File
• Request Sick Leave
• Track Down Birth Certificates
• Help with Your Medical Bills
• Create a Power of Attorney

At DoNotPay, we feel that everything should be simple, even medical records. If you need help with anything or wish to see what other services we can provide, simply join DoNotPay online!