Can you edit your medical records? Understanding Your Rights and the Amendment Process
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Nearly 10% of people who access their health records online end up requesting corrections for a variety of reasons, from simple spelling mistakes to inaccurate diagnoses. This raises an important question for many: **can you edit your medical records**? The answer is not a simple yes or no, but involves a specific legal process governed by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
