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Medical Records
Obtaining Copies of Medical Records
To request the release of medical records, either for a patient's own use or for transfer to another healthcare provider, the patient (or their legal representative) must provide authorization by submitting a signed copy of the following form. Email requests cannot be accepted. A faxed copy of the authorization form can be accepted when submitted with a photocopy of the patient or legal representative's drivers license.
Download the following form and return to:
Health Information Services
Anne Arundel Medical Center
2001 Medical Parkway
Annapolis, MD 21401
FAX: (443) 481-4111
PDF, 37k)PROCESSING TIME:
Turnaround time is 5 to 10 business days except when needed for continuing care. Walk-in requests are accepted in the Health Information Services office/Medical Records (Acute Care Pavilion lobby) during normal business hours, Monday through Friday 8 am-4:30 pm.
FEES:
In accordance with Maryland law, processing fees and copying charges may apply:
- Patient requests for medical information of fewer than 10 pages will be provided at no charge. Records with more than 10 pages require advance fee approval. Please ensure that your telephone number is on the request form.
- No charges apply when records are mailed to another healthcare provider for continuing care. Records will only be faxed for immediate direct patient care to physician offices, hospitals, or other treatment facilities.
- Medical record review in the Health Information Services office may be done at no charge if scheduled with 3 days advance notice.
If you have questions, please contact Health Information Serivces at (443) 481-4123.
Learn More About Your Health Information Privacy Rights
The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) includes federal laws to protect the privacy of your health information.
