Illinois Order For Release of Medical Records is a legal document that allows a patient to request their medical records from a healthcare provider in the state of Illinois. This document is typically used by individuals who need to transfer their medical records to a new provider, or by those who need copies of their records for legal, financial, or other purposes. There are two types of Illinois Order For Release of Medical Records: an Authorization for Release of Medical Records, and an Authorization for Release of Mental Health Records. The Authorization for Release of Medical Records allows patients to authorize the release of their medical records to a designated person or organization, such as a healthcare provider, lawyer, or insurance company. The Authorization for Release of Mental Health Records allows patients to authorize the release of their mental health records to a designated person or organization. Both types of Illinois Order For Release of Medical Records require a signature from the patient and a notarized signature of a witness. The document must include the patient's name, address, phone number, date of birth, and the name and address of the person or organization to whom the medical records are being released. Once the document is completed, it must be sent to the appropriate healthcare provider or organization.