X-Ray film recycling X Ray films recycling nationwide

X-Ray film disposal - X-Ray film pick-up by state - Contact us - Frequently asked questions - HIPAA Information

X-Ray film recycling X-Ray film retention in all other states >SC

 

South Carolina state law for x-ray film and other medical records retention period.

State law requires hospitals and all health care providers to keep x-ray film and medical record for at least 10 years, for minor x-ray film and medical record will be maintain for 13 years or until the minor is reaches to age of 18 years.

https://www.scstatehouse.gov/code/t44c115.php

Please note that the federal law requires a retention period of 5-7 years for adults and up to 19 years old for minors, there law includes different requirements for hospitals and health care providers, there might be a different law for x-ray films and other medical records.

Disclaimer: The information for retaining periods of x-ray films in SC, brought as courtesy for our silver recovery customers. the information was collected from department of health website and other online resources, however, B.W. recycling, Inc is not responsible for the accuracy of the information on this page and might not be up to date.

HIPAA rule for disposing of x-ray films.

Please note that HIPAA left the responsibility for the x-ray film disposal process with the physicians / facilities, and also gave physicians / facilities the choice of doing an on-site or off-site destruction, however, HIPAA rule does state that the disposal of x ray films and other medical records must be done in a way that preserves the confidentiality of the information.

If you have x-ray film you would like to recycle, please visit our  South Carolina x-ray film disposal page.

X-Ray film retention in all other states.

Licensed and certified silver recyclers in SC.
EPA ID #: FLD984167080

If you have x-ray film for recycling and you would like a quote or more information about our x-rays recycling program please fill out this quick form and we will contact you shortly.

Full Name*:

Email*

Organization Name:

Contact phone*:

ZIP*:

CAP*:

Estimated weight of films:
Help figure out

Type of films:

Comment:

בס"ד

© Copyright B.W. Recycling, Inc (BWR), 2023. All Rights Reserved.

Site maintained by Inspire Sites