Delaware Handbook: Record Retention HOW LONG DO WE HAVE TO KEEP OUR MEDICAL RECORDS? Curi’s first and best advice on record retention is that medical records from all sources be kept in their original form forever. With electronic medical records, maintaining copies of patient records is possible and cost-effective. However, we recognize that EMRs are not practical for all medical offices, especially if the practice maintains paper records. Laws and regulations that govern medical record retention vary by state. Delaware... Are you a Curi member? The full content of this resource is available only to Curi members. Contact us if you are a member but do not have an account yet, or to learn more about becoming a Curi member. Sign in to see full post News & Knowledge READ NEXT September 11, 2020February 24, 2023Electronic Communication & Social Media | Medical Records | Patient Management Florida Handbook: Electronic Communication and Documentation DOES THE PRIVACY RULE PERMIT ME TO COMMUNICATE WITH PATIENTS USING ELECTRONIC (EMAIL)? The HIPAA Privacy Rule allows covered entities to communicate electronically, provided they use… Read more September 11, 2020February 24, 2023Medical Records Florida Handbook: Documentation WHAT ITEMS SHOULD BE PRESENT IN A PATIENT’S MEDICAL RECORD? The importance of careful and accurate documentation in the medical record cannot be overstated. In a… Read more September 11, 2020February 24, 2023Medical Records Florida Handbook: Release of Medical Information: Special Issues Our office treats a number of workers’ compensation patients. When releasing medical information, are the rules different for these patients? Records of workers’ compensation patients are… Read more