This bill amends Section 19 of Title 76 of the Oklahoma Statutes, which governs access to medical records. Key changes include modifying the fee structure for obtaining copies of medical records, allowing fees to be discretionary rather than mandatory. The bill specifies that individuals requesting their own medical records will not be charged for searching, retrieving, reviewing, and preparing those records. Additionally, the bill clarifies that the provisions regarding fees do not apply to psychological, psychiatric, mental health, or substance abuse treatment records, which must be accessed according to a different statute.

The bill also addresses the waiver of privilege concerning medical communications in cases of personal injury or death claims against healthcare practitioners. It stipulates that individuals who place their physical or mental condition in issue waive any privilege regarding communications with healthcare providers. Furthermore, it maintains that inmate medical records are exempt from these provisions if their release poses a threat to safety or security. The act is set to take effect on November 1, 2026.