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HB 1438

Medical record fees.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Chris Campbell and 1 co-sponsor

HB 1438 regulates medical record copying fees in Indiana to balance patient access rights against healthcare provider administrative costs.

First reading: referred to Committee on Public Health
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Bill Summary · HB 1438

Legislative bill overview

HB 1438 addresses the fees that healthcare providers can charge patients for obtaining copies of their medical records. The bill, sponsored by Representatives Chris Campbell and Earl Harris, was introduced in Indiana's legislature and referred to the Committee on Public Health for initial review on January 21, 2025.

Why is this important

Medical record access fees can create financial barriers for patients who need documentation for legal claims, second opinions, or insurance purposes. Regulating these fees affects healthcare transparency, patient autonomy, and the operational costs healthcare providers incur in fulfilling records requests.

Potential points of contention

  • Fee caps vs. operational costs: Healthcare providers argue copying and administrative costs justify current fees, while patient advocates contend fees should be minimized or eliminated to ensure access
  • Scope of records: Disagreement over whether digital records should cost less than paper copies, and how to handle complex requests (imaging, genetic testing, psychiatric records)
  • Implementation burden: Small practices may struggle with compliance infrastructure if fees are heavily restricted, potentially shifting costs elsewhere

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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