MEDICAL RECORDS – Adds to existing law to require the provision of copies of medical records in certain circumstances.

Idaho's S 1087 requires health care providers to provide one free copy of a patient's medical records (including mental health records) to the patient, their authorized representative, or attorney when needed for a Social Security benefits claim or appeal. Providers must deliver the copy within 30 days, preferably in electronic format if available. Small independent providers with fewer than 50 employees are exempt from this requirement. The bill applies specifically to medical records requested for Social Security benefit processes, not general patient access.