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§ 44-115-10	Short title
§ 44-115-20	Physician is owner of certain patient records
§ 44-115-30	Patient's right to receive copy of medical record or have it transferred to another physician; written authorization required
§ 44-115-40	Physician not to release records without express written consent
§ 44-115-50	Physician may rely on representations of insurance carrier or administrator as to patient authorization to release records; immunity from liability and disciplinary action
§ 44-115-60	Physician's release of summary or portion in lieu of full record
§ 44-115-70	Records not to be withheld because of unpaid medical bills
§ 44-115-80	Fees physician may charge for search and duplication of records
§ 44-115-90	Fees for providing medical information other than copying existing documents
§ 44-115-100	Sections 44-115-80 and 44-115-90 not applicable to requests for information made in relation to health insurance claims
§ 44-115-110	Payment for services related to medical records a just debt; payment in advance may be required
§ 44-115-120	Length of time records must be kept; records pertaining to minors
§ 44-115-130	Sale of medical records by physician restricted; notice of intent to sell
§ 44-115-140	Immunity from civil, criminal, and disciplinary liability for compliance with request to release information
§ 44-115-150	Other provisions pertaining to medical records or actions involving medical negligence not invalidated by this chapter

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