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SB 1606

Patient Access to Records

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Jennifer Bradley and 1 co-sponsor

SB 1606 would establish patient rights for timely, affordable access to medical records in Florida, but the bill died in the 2025 legislative session.

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Bill Summary · SB 1606

Legislative bill overview

SB 1606 would establish or modify patient rights regarding access to their medical records in Florida. The bill appears to address timelines, fees, or procedures for patients requesting copies of their healthcare information from providers. The legislation was substituted with CS/HB 1083 and ultimately failed to advance during the 2025 legislative session.

Why is this important

Patient access to medical records is foundational to healthcare transparency, enabling individuals to understand their health status, seek second opinions, and maintain continuity of care when changing providers. Establishing clear legal standards for record access prevents arbitrary delays or excessive fees that can impede patient autonomy and medical decision-making.

Potential points of contention

  • Compliance burden on providers: Healthcare facilities may argue that expedited or fee-free record access creates administrative costs, particularly for smaller practices or rural providers
  • Scope of records: Disagreement over what constitutes accessible records (e.g., whether providers' personal notes, psychotherapy records, or draft communications must be included)
  • Timeline requirements: Tension between patient expectations for rapid access and provider capacity to retrieve, compile, and redact sensitive information appropriately

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

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