Louisiana

1 Sep 2022
by: Chris Castillo
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Hospitals: Louisiana requires hospitals keep their records for ten (10) years following the discharge of the patient. 

Physicians: Private practices must retain records for six (6) years following the date a patient is last seen.

REV. STAT. ANN.§ 40:2144
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