dhr hospital patient portal

Why choose a hospital laboratory at DHR health?

Renaissance Laboratories at DHR Health offers patients access to the largest state of the art hospital laboratory in South Texas, providing the most comprehensive, highest quality, and timely delivery of patient care results.

How do I get my medical records from dhr health?

Welcome to DHR Health Medical Records. Your records are maintained with the utmost care by the Health Information Management Department at DHR Health. On this site, you can access the forms necessary to obtain your medical records. For any HIM/Medical Records related questions – you can reach us at 956-362-3448. Thank you.

What kind of medical services does DHR offer?

The 530-bed acute care facility provides a full range of medical services with a trauma-designated emergency room and an intensive care unit. DHR Health Oncology Institute is specialized in cancer treatment and provides diagnostic facilities for cancer detection and offers cancer treatment programs.

How to get a DHR form?

DHR health has the form available online or the form can be sent to you via fax or postal services. Call (956) 362-3451 for assistance. You may complete the form and send back via fax to (956) 362-3450 or postal services:

What is a written authorization for medical records?

Written Authorization. Requests for the release of medical records (protected health information) must be submitted in writing and must contain all the elements required by law. Authorizations must also be dated and signed by the patient or the patient’s legally authorized representative.

How long does it take to get a copy of medical records from a hospital?

The requested copies of medical records shall be furnished by the hospital/physician within 15 days after the date of receipt of the request and resonable fees for furnishing the information. Please return the form with a copy of the patient’s driver’s license or government issued ID.

Who must sign a medical authorization?

Authorizations must also be dated and signed by the patient or the patient’s legally authorized representative. In the case of a minor, a parent or legal guardian must sign the authorization

Is there a fee for releasing medical records?

There may be a fee associated with the release of medical records and/or images on CD. *DHR Health is not required to release the information requested until all fees are paid. No fee is assessed when the information is being sent to another health care provider. Call 956-362-3451 for further details.

Can you release medical records without consent?

All patient health care information at DHR Health is confidential. Therefore, medical records cannot be released to any person or organization without the consent of the patient or the patient’s legally authorized representative (unless authorized by law).

What to bring to a hospital?

To make sure you have a smooth admission, please bring these items with you: 1 Health Insurance Card (s) 2 Photo ID such as a valid driver’s license or passport 3 Physician orders – this explains the doctor’s plan of care for you 4 A list of prescription medicines – needed whether you’re having inpatient or outpatient care

Can you take home printed materials at DHR?

You may discuss such things as medicines to take, changes to your diet, and follow-up healthcare visits. Often, you’ll be able to take home printed materials as well. It’s always a privilege to care for you at DHR Health. Yet we’ll be glad to see that you're able to return to your home, family and friends..

Who owns DHR?

DHR is majority owned by the same doctors that treat patients every single day. Choose from our wide range of specialty clinic doctors, physician-partners, and hospital staff.

What is the pathology department?

The Pathology Department provides a full ranges of supportive, consultative, and/or diagnostic services which include but not limited to; Surgical Pathology, CytoPathology, Molecular Diagnostics, Clinical Interpretation of Testing Results and Diagnostic Problem Solving.

How many hours a day does the clinical laboratory do blood test?

The Clinical Laboratory supplies a complete menu of blood component options 24 hours a day, seven days a week and performs routine and specialized compatibility testing.