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How long does a covered entity have to act on a patient's request to amend their record?

60 days.

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  3. 60 days ✔

Why: A covered entity must act on an amendment request within 60 days. It may extend by up to 30 more days if it explains the delay in writing.

Huh, didn't know that: A covered entity may deny an amendment if the record is already accurate and complete.

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Answer: 60 days. A covered entity must act on an amendment request within 60 days. It may extend by up to 30 more days if it explains the delay in writing.

  1. 45 CFR 164.526 (eCFR) www.ecfr.gov/current/title-45/subtitle-A/subchapter-C/part-164/subpart-E/section-164.526
    must act on the individual's request for an amendment no later than 60 days after receipt of such a request
    Checked 2026-10-10.
  2. 45 CFR 164.526 (eCFR) www.ecfr.gov/current/title-45/subtitle-A/subchapter-C/part-164/subpart-E/section-164.526
    Is accurate and complete.
    Checked 2026-10-10.

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