Authorization for Release of Medical Information

California law (AB610) allows the healthcare provider a 15-day turnaround time from the date a request is received in order to process a patient's request for copies of their medical records. Raffi Tachdjian MD turn-around time is about 10 business days.

General medical records may include information of diagnosis and/or treatment of Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) infection and sexually transmitted diseases. This may include information and treatment of mental illness and the use of alcohol, drugs and tobacco, but excludes psychotherapy notes.

Duration:  This authorization will expire 12 months from the date signed.  Right to Copy: I have a right to receive a copy of the Authorization after I sign it. Revocation Process: I understand that i amy refuse to sign or may revoke (at any time) this authorization for any reason and that such refusal or revocation will not affect the commencement, continuation or quality of my treatment at Raffi Tachdjan, MD.  Re-Disclosure Statement: I understand that once Raffi Tachdjan, MD discloses my health information to the recipient, Raffi Tachdjan, MD cannot guarantee that the recipient will not re-disclose my health information to a third party.  The third party may not be required to abide by their authorization of Applicable law governing the use and disclosure of my health information.  I have read and understand the terms of this authorization and I have had an opportunity to ask questions about the use and disclosure of my health information.  By my signature below, I hereby, knowing and voluntarily, authorize Raffi Tachdjan, MD to use or disclose my health information in the manner described above.