[Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Recipient's Name] [Recipient's Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] Subject: Request for Patient Medical Records Dear [Recipient's Name], I hope this letter finds you in good health. I am writing to request copies of my medical records from [Name of Healthcare Provider or Hospital] located in South Dakota. I am a current/former patient seeking access to my complete medical history for personal reference and continuity of care. According to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) Privacy Rule, individuals have the right to obtain copies of their medical records. Enclosed with this letter is the completed Authorization for Release of Medical Records form, which includes the necessary information to process the request efficiently. Please find it attached to this correspondence. I kindly request that you provide the following documents, which are inclusive but not limited to: 1. All medical records, including hospital admissions, discharge summaries, progress notes, consultation reports, and any reports from diagnostic tests such as X-rays, MRI, CT scans, etc. 2. Laboratory and pathology reports. 3. Medication history, including prescribed medications, dosage instructions, and refill history. 4. Immunization records. 5. Surgical and operative reports. 6. Any other relevant documents or records pertaining to my medical history. As per HIPAA regulations, I understand that the healthcare provider is allowed a reasonable timeframe to fulfill this request. I would appreciate it if you could inform me in writing of the estimated release date or kindly notify me if there are any fees associated with obtaining these records. If there are any additional forms, procedures, or proper identification requirements that need to be completed, kindly provide detailed instructions along with any accompanying forms. To facilitate the process, I have provided the necessary information below: Patient Information: — Full Name: [Patient's Full Name— - Date of Birth: [Patient's Date of Birth] — Social Security Number: [Patient's SSN] — Address: [Patient's Address— - Phone Number: [Patient's Contact Number] — Email Address: [Patient's Email Address] — Preferred Method of Receiving Records: [Specify preferred delivery method, such as mail or electronic] Please do not hesitate to contact me if you require any additional information or if there are any questions regarding this request. I can be reached at [Your Phone Number] or via email at [Your Email Address]. Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter. I look forward to receiving the requested medical records within a reasonable timeframe and appreciate your assistance in ensuring my continuity of care. Sincerely, [Your Name]