Medical Records

A patient (or his/her legal representative) may inspect and/or obtain a copy, or have copies of medical records sent to another facility. There may be a charge for this service. Patients may limit the request to specific information to include discharge summary, operative/procedure report(s), implant information, emergency report(s), radiology reports, labs, consults, medication administration information, progress notes, etc. Please note that if you need radiology films or CD's, you will have to contact Radiology directly at 724-983-5656.

Sharon Regional Medical Center requires a completed and signed written request or authorization form for release of protected health information before releasing any documents to anyone, including the patient. Identity must be verified by photo ID. No medical record information or results can be provided verbally in person or over the phone.

Obtaining Copies of Your Medical Records Release of Information (ROI)

Records can be released to anyone that the patient authorizes (in writing, along with photo ID). A valid authorization MUST be fully completed, dated, and signed or the request will be returned.

Forms completed by Power of Attorney (POA) require a copy of POA paperwork. Medical records may be requested by a competent patient if the patient is 18 years of age or has been emancipated.

Medical records of a deceased patient may be requested by the personal representative of the patient's estate. If the deceased does not have a personal representative, his or her spouse may make a request. If there is no spouse, a child of the deceased patient (or the parent, guardian, or custodian of the child if the child is incompetent) may make a request. Verify death by providing a copy of the death certificate. All requests will be reviewed to determine the identity of the requestor.