Access to Health Records & Consumer Rights

In compliance with Texas House Bill 4224 and Texas Health & Safety Code, Chapter 181, South Texas Counseling Agency is committed to protecting client rights and ensuring transparency regarding access to health records.

How to Request Your Health Records

Clients may request copies of or access to their health records by submitting a written request to South Texas Counseling Agency.

Requests may be made by:

  • Sending an email to: sotxca@live.com
  • Requesting and completing a written health records request form

All requests will be handled in accordance with applicable state and federal laws.

Health Care Regulation Support

If you have questions or concerns about accessing your health records, you may contact Health Care Regulation (HCR) through the Texas Health and Human Services Commission.

Health Care Regulation Contact:
https://www.hhs.texas.gov/about/contact-us/hcr

Filing a Consumer Complaint

Clients who believe their rights related to health record access have been violated may file a complaint with the Office of the Texas Attorney General.

Consumer Complaint Portal:
https://www.texasattorneygeneral.gov/consumer-protection/file-consumer-complaint