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Can I get a copy of my X-rays?

  • 21-04-2012 12:45PM
    #1
    Fakename4242
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8 ✭


    Hey,

    I went to a dentist about a month ago and they gave me an astronomical quote for work that I didn't know I needed. They also took an X-ray while I was there, which I would like to get a copy of.

    Am I entitled to get a copy of that X-ray? Is it normal practice to give-out copies of x-rays to patients?

    Any input appreciated!


Comments

  • #2
    lexa
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 150 ✭✭lexa


    Yeh shouldn't be a problem just ask them for a copy of x-ray. If its digital they might just be able to email it to you.
    Under data protection acts you are entitled to a copy of your records anyway but dentist can charge a small fee.


  • #3
    btkm8unsl0w5r4
    Closed Accounts Posts: 9,251 ✭✭✭btkm8unsl0w5r4


    Yep, ask for a copy and the dentist will send them out. The dentist is entitled to charge a nominal fee to make copies, be aware of that.


  • #4
    Fakename4242
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8 ✭Fakename4242


    Thanks!


  • #5
    Oral Surgeon
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,235 ✭✭✭Oral Surgeon


    Fakename4242 wrote: »
    Hey,

    I went to a dentist about a month ago and they gave me an astronomical quote for work that I didn't know I needed. They also took an X-ray while I was there, which I would like to get a copy of.

    Am I entitled to get a copy of that X-ray? Is it normal practice to give-out copies of x-rays to patients?

    Any input appreciated!

    Best to ask for it to be emailed to you as print quality can be pretty poor....


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