This chapter does not invalidate any other provision of law concerning medical records, the alteration of medical records, any interest a patient has in the information contained within the medical record, or any civil action brought in the state or federal courts alleging medical negligence; further, this chapter does not invalidate the authority of a court to issue a subpoena or of a licensing or disciplinary board of this State to obtain these records as provided by law.
HISTORY: 1992 Act No. 480, Section 1.
Structure South Carolina Code of Laws
Chapter 115 - Physicians' Patient Records Act
Section 44-115-10. Short title.
Section 44-115-15. Medical records defined.
Section 44-115-20. Physician is owner of certain patient records.
Section 44-115-40. Physician not to release records without express written consent.
Section 44-115-60. Physician's release of summary or portion in lieu of full record.
Section 44-115-70. Records not to be withheld because of unpaid medical bills.
Section 44-115-80. Fees physician may charge for search and duplication of records.
Section 44-115-90. Fees for providing medical information other than copying existing documents.
Section 44-115-120. Length of time records must be kept; records pertaining to minors.
Section 44-115-130. Sale of medical records by physician restricted; notice of intent to sell.