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Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
A. If a law or rule requires that a medical record be retained, the requirement is satisfied by retaining an electronic record that:
(1) accurately reflects the medical record; and
(2) remains accessible and is capable of being accurately reproduced for later reference.
B. If a law or rule requires a medical record to be presented or retained in its original form or provides consequences if the medical record is not presented or retained in its original form, that law or rule is satisfied by an electronic medical record retained in accordance with Subsection A of this section.
C. A medical record retained as an electronic medical record in accordance with Subsection A of this section satisfies a law or rule requiring a person to retain a medical record for evidentiary, audit or other purposes.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - New Mexico Statutes Chapter 24. Health and Safety § 24-14B-5. Retention of electronic medical records - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/nm/chapter-24-health-and-safety/nm-st-sect-24-14b-5/
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