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Medical Records

How to request a copy of your medical records for you or your dependent.

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Medical record requests

Step 1

Download and complete our Authorization Form.

Step 2

Then complete the authorized request through the following options:

  • Call or visit our Health Information Department at 618-526-5405. We are open from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. A photo identification will be requested to release copies of medical records.
  • Fax a request or authorization form to 618-526-4537. 
Download the Authorization Form
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View Your Health Records From Your Computer or Mobile Device

MyHSHS is a free, online personal health record that you can securely access from your home computer, laptop, mobile device or smart phone.

Proxy access to your family's records. Click here for a copy of the proxy access consent form.


Birth Certificate Requests

For official birth certificate records of babies born at HSHS St. Joseph's Hospital in Breese, visit the Clinton County Clerks office.