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Are communications (notes, letters, calls, emails, texts) etc. between practitioners part of a patient's medical record? i'm in california?

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Dr. Hiep Le answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

No, I do not think so. I am also a doctor in California. Take care!

Answered 3/3/2023

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Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Yes, official correspondence, such as consult notes, reports, hospital stays, etc are added to patient's chart. Due to lack of interfacing between different EMR's, it remains a significant source for delays and miscommunication.

Answered 3/4/2023

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