02/21/2024
John P. Richards, D.O.
Board Certified Family Physician
4710 Chimney Drive Suite H
Charleston, WV 25302
Phone: 304-935-2513 Fax: 304-935-2524
Dear Patients:
I have been honored to care for our community over the last 37 years, but the time has come for me to retire from my practice. My staff and I will close the practice effective Friday, March 15, 2024.
We are committed to facilitating a smooth transition of your care.
All medical records are confidential and protected by federal privacy and security regulations. With your authorization, a copy of your medical records can be released to you or transferred to another physician.
You have a few options:
● You may pick up your medical records at Dr. Richards’ office, or
● You may have them sent to a physician you designate
Contact my office no later than March 1, 2024, if you would like to obtain or transfer your medical records.
After March 15, 2024, you may mail your records request to Professional Image P.O. Box 8114 South Charleston, WV 25303. You can contact them by phone at 304-965-2060.
There will be no charge for records requested by another physician for transfer of care, however, if you request your medical records to be mailed to you directly the chart management company will charge a fee.
On behalf of my staff, thank you. I greatly value the years I have served our community and wish you and your family the best of health.
Sincerely,
Dr. John P. Richards
*If for some reason you are unable to take care of your medical records within this time period, you will still be able to obtain your medical records after the office has closed.
