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All patients in the U.S. have a right to copies of their medical records, but how do you actually access them? DrOwl explains how to get your medical records—and what you can do with them.

Trouble Accessing Your Healthcare Records? Here’s What to Do 

First, some basics:

• Under HIPAA, Americans have the right to access and view their health records.
• Medical providers must fulfill patient record requests in a certain period (from 30 to 60 days).
• Most medical offices and hospitals keep electronic records, but some healthcare facilities may still use physical record keeping methods.

In the majority of cases, patients access their medical records through online portals. Patients may also receive digital copies of their records via email. To find out more, contact the medical provider who generated the records you’re searching for.

DrOwl Is a More Convenient Solution for Managing Health Records

Once you’ve received your medical records, the DrOwl app can help you organize them digitally. Even better, you can access your complete healthcare history from the convenience of a smart device or computer.

DrOwl also offers an extra feature that’s missing in most patient portals. Our app can take the confusing language found in lab test results and other records and translate it into clear, comprehendible text. With DrOwl, patients can:

• Locate—and address—possible errors in their medical records
• Prepare questions for future visits
• Make healthy lifestyle choices
• Check medication instructions for side effects and interactions
• Track wellness over time

We made it easy to create an account and we’re always here to answer your questions. If you’d like to learn more about DrOwl before getting started, please visit the website.