
Patient Authorization to Disclose Protected Health Information
#CHCR-004  rev. 12/12
Patient Label
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Patient Authorization to Disclose Protected Health Information
Authorization: I certify that this request is made voluntarily and that the information given above is accurate to the best of my knowledge. 
I understand that I may revoke this authorization at any time in writing by submitting my request in writing to the designated Health 
Information Management / Medical Records department. If I have authorized the disclosure of my health information to someone who 
is not legally required to keep it private, it may be re-disclosed and may no longer be protected. A copy or fax of this authorization will 
be as valid as the original.
I understand that authorizing disclosure of health information is voluntary. I understand that I may refuse to sign this authorization and 
that my refusal to sign will not affect my ability to obtain treatment, payment, or my eligibility to obtain benefits. I understand that I 
may inspect or obtain a copy of the information to be disclosed. I understand a fee may be charged for copies of my medical record. 
I understand the facility will provide me a copy of the signed authorization form. If I have questions about disclosure of my health 
information, I can contact the designated Corporate Responsibility and Privacy Officer.
Expiration:
 Without my express revocation, this authorization will automatically expire upon satisfaction of the need for disclosure, but 
in any event will expire 90 days from the date hereof, unless a different date is specified here:
 _____________________________________
Acknowledgement: I understand that the information to be disclosed may include any or all information involving communicable or 
venereal disease, psychological or psychiatric conditions, drug or alcohol abuse and/or alcoholism. It may also include, but is not 
limited to, diseases such as hepatitis, syphilis, gonorrhea and human immunodeficiency viruses (HIV), also known as acquired immune 
deficiency syndrome (AIDS).
For Marketing/Fundraising Purposes Only, if applicable: I understand that Centura Health  
 will     will not   receive remuneration, 
either direct or indirect, as a result of the marketing that I hereby authorize.
SIGNATURE: 
___________________________________________________________________________________
 DATE:
 __________________________________________
                           Patient (Parent or Legal Guardian)
Minor’s signature is required for release of any records for treatment which the minor may authorize under Colorado Law.
Relationship (if other than patient): 
________________________________________________
   Power of Attorney       Death Certificate
Name of individual signing on behalf of patient:
 _______________________________________________________________________________________
Verification:    Drivers License # 
________________________________________________
    Other Appropriate ID:
 __________________________________
OFFICE USE ONLY: Attach copies of required identification.
Number of pages released: 
_________________
 Completion date:
 
  Delivery method:
 _________________________
Name of individual who received request:
 _______________________________________________
  Date received:
 ____________________________
Patient Medical Record Number / Account Number: 
_______________________________________
/
 _________________________________________
I hereby authorize the facility listed below to disclose/release the Protected Health Information specified in this request to the 
organization, agency or patient named.
Patient Name Date of Birth Last 4 of Social Security Number
Address City, State, Zip Code Telephone Number
Release by: 
 ____________________________________________________________
 Facility
 
 ____________________________________________________________
  Address
 
 ____________________________________________________________
  City, State, Zip Code
 
 ____________________________________________________________
  HIM Phone/Fax Numbers
Treatment Date(s):
 ____________________________________________________
Purpose:    Further Medical Care     Workers’ Comp
 Personal Use     Insurance     Legal
 Marketing/Fundraising
 Other:
 _______________________________________________________________
Pertinent Protected Health Information Allowed to be Included:
 Discharge Summary   Radiology   Special Studies                 Entire Medical Record
 History & Physical/Consult   Outpt Record   Medication Records
 Operative Report   Progress Notes   Psych Health Records
 Labs   Physician Orders   Other (specify):
 _______________________________________________________
*Psychotherapy Notes are distinct and may not be included with the disclosure of any other protected health information. 
A Patient Authorization to Disclose Psychotherapy Notes must be completed.
Type of Disclosure Authorized & Delivery Instructions:
 Provide copies of records to organization/agency/individual
   Mail records directly to address above
   Call to pick-up records:
 ____________________________________
   Fax records to:
 ____________________________________________
Release to: 
 ____________________________________________________________
  Organization, Agency, Individual
 
 ____________________________________________________________
  Attn:
 
 ____________________________________________________________
 Address
 
 ____________________________________________________________
  City, State, Zip Code