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Difference between revisions of "Getting Your Medical Records"

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*If you apply for life or health insurance, the insurance company may ask to see medical information before giving you insurance.
*If you apply for life or health insurance, the insurance company may ask to see medical information before giving you insurance.
*An employer may ask to see medical information if you apply for a job that’s safety-sensitive.
*An employer may ask to see medical information if you apply for a job that’s safety-sensitive.
*If you make a complaint about a doctor to the College of Physicians and Surgeons of BC, your medical records may be necessary to investigate your concerns.


You’re free to say no to these requests. But there may be consequences. The insurance company can decline your insurance application. The employer can choose not to hire you.  
You’re free to say no to these requests. But there may be consequences. The insurance company can decline your insurance application. The employer can choose not to hire you. You may not be able to proceed with the complaint.


If you want someone to see information in your medical records (for example, you want a family member to help you make health care decisions) talk to your health care provider about letting the person receive your medical records.
If you want someone to see information in your medical records (for example, you want a family member to help you make health care decisions) talk to your health care provider about letting the person receive your medical records.
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