A resident asks to read her own medical record. Under the right to access records, the facility must allow access:
Explanation
Per 42 CFR §483.10(g)(2) and California HSC §1599.78, residents have the right to access their records upon oral or written request within 24 hours (excluding weekends/holidays) and to receive copies within 2 working days at a reasonable cost. Physician approval (c) is not required for the resident's own record, family presence (b) is not a condition, and access is not delayed until discharge (d). HIPAA 45 CFR §164.524 also supports patient access.
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