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Records Custodian
NICHOLAS RUTKOWSKI, O.D. & ASSOCIATES LLC
in BOURBONNAIS, IL
National Provider ID (NPI)
1598150898
Healthcare Facility
Statutory TAT Window
Within 30 Calendar Days
735 Ill. Comp. Stat. 5/8-2001
Submission Routing
HIPAA Fax & Certified Mail
1-Click Dispatch Available
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Official Records Department

Medical Records Request & Contact for NICHOLAS RUTKOWSKI, O.D. & ASSOCIATES LLC

Facility details, verified records department channels, and expected turnaround times for NICHOLAS RUTKOWSKI, O.D. & ASSOCIATES LLC in BOURBONNAIS, IL.

Acute Health Directory provides verified contact channels and legal delivery guidance to request medical records from NICHOLAS RUTKOWSKI, O.D. & ASSOCIATES LLC in BOURBONNAIS, IL. Registered in the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES) under NPI 1598150898. Authorized patients, law firms, insurance adjusters, and medical retrieval specialists can submit requests directly or utilize our 1-click expedited dispatch.

Records Department Delivery Channels & Contact

Direct Custodian Dispatch

Want Acute to retrieve records from NICHOLAS RUTKOWSKI, O.D. & ASSOCIATES LLC for you?

Our team handles the authorization dispatch, daily custodian follow-up, and statutory 30-day HIPAA turnaround enforcement for a flat $15. No phone tag, hold times, or subscription required.

Medical Records Fax
(815) 301-••••
✓ Verified on File
Medical Records Phone Number
(815) 217-••••
Medical Records Intake
Mailing & Subpoena Address
870 N CONVENT ST, BOURBONNAIS, IL, 60914-1300
Postal Service
Method to Send the Request for Records
Accepts FAX Submission & 1-Click Expedited Dispatch
Direct HIM Routing
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Expected Turnaround TimeIL Statutory Limit →
Within 30 Calendar Days

State comptroller issues annual inflation updates on handling caps.

✓ Legally Protected Timeline
Statutory Legal Tool

IL Medical Records Fee & Turnaround Estimator

Authority: Federal HIPAA Standard (45 CFR § 164.524)

Under IL law, healthcare providers and copy services may charge requestors statutory preparation fees. Estimate your costs below:

Estimated Chart Size:50 Pages
5 pgs100 pgs200 pgs300 pgs
Standard Provider Copy Fee:$15.00
Acute Direct Retrieval Rate:$15.00 Flat

*First 10 requests free for new law firms and insurance carriers. We handle direct HIM follow-up, HIPAA compliance, and tracking.

Available Records Types

  • •Complete Medical Chart — Physician notes, history, physicals, and progress reports.
  • •Billing & Invoices — Itemized billing, UB-04, and CMS-1500 insurance claim forms.
  • •Diagnostic Radiology — MRI, CT, X-Ray reports and DICOM imaging files on CD/digital.
  • •Pathology & Labs — Bloodwork, surgical specimens, and toxicological analysis.

Required Authorization Form

  • •HIPAA Compliant Release — Must be signed and dated by the patient within the past 12 months.
  • •Patient Identification — Full legal name, date of birth, and Social Security / MRN.
  • •Legal Representative Proof — Letters of Administration, Power of Attorney, or retainer (if third party).
  • •Specific Date Scope — Must specify treatment dates and records categories requested.
Request Workflow Protocol

How to Submit a Request to NICHOLAS RUTKOWSKI, O.D. & ASSOCIATES LLC

Follow this standard protocol to prevent request rejections and ensure prompt fulfillment.

Important: Acute Health Directory provides verified contact information and automated request transmission. NICHOLAS RUTKOWSKI, O.D. & ASSOCIATES LLC produces and releases records directly to the authorized requester in accordance with HIPAA regulations.

Standard Fulfillment Steps

  1. Select Request Method: Choose whether you want verified contact details to submit yourself or have Acute Directory dispatch on your behalf.
  2. Confirm Facility Match: Verify NICHOLAS RUTKOWSKI, O.D. & ASSOCIATES LLC in in BOURBONNAIS, IL matches the provider where treatment occurred.
  3. Attach Authorization Form: Upload a valid HIPAA release or subpoena duces tecum signed by the patient or authorized representative.
  4. Transmission to HIM Department: The request is routed via verified fax or certified postal mail directly to the records custodian.
  5. Official Processing: The facility reviews the release and furnishes records within the expected turnaround window (Within 30 Calendar Days).
  6. Direct Delivery: The facility delivers records directly to your designated mailing address, email, or secure portal.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I request medical records from NICHOLAS RUTKOWSKI, O.D. & ASSOCIATES LLC?

Submit a signed, HIPAA-compliant authorization form to their Health Information Management (HIM) department via verified fax, certified mail, or electronic request. Acute Health Directory allows you to dispatch requests directly with tracked delivery.

What is the medical records phone number for NICHOLAS RUTKOWSKI, O.D. & ASSOCIATES LLC?

The verified medical records phone number for NICHOLAS RUTKOWSKI, O.D. & ASSOCIATES LLC is (815) 217-••••. Authorized requestors can call this direct line for custodian intake, fee confirmations, or status follow-ups.

What is the method to send the request for records to NICHOLAS RUTKOWSKI, O.D. & ASSOCIATES LLC?

The primary method to send the request for records to NICHOLAS RUTKOWSKI, O.D. & ASSOCIATES LLC is via verified HIPAA medical records fax ((815) 301-••••), certified postal mail to 870 N CONVENT ST, BOURBONNAIS, IL, 60914-1300, or 1-click automated delivery through Acute Health Directory.

What is the medical records fax number for NICHOLAS RUTKOWSKI, O.D. & ASSOCIATES LLC?

NICHOLAS RUTKOWSKI, O.D. & ASSOCIATES LLC has a verified records department fax destination on file ((815) 301-••••). You can dispatch authorized requests directly through Acute Health Directory.

What is the expected turnaround time for medical records from NICHOLAS RUTKOWSKI, O.D. & ASSOCIATES LLC in IL?

Under 735 Ill. Comp. Stat. 5/8-2001, the expected turnaround time is Within 30 Calendar Days. State comptroller issues annual inflation updates on handling caps.

What are the statutory medical records copy fees in IL?

Under 735 Ill. Comp. Stat. 5/8-2001, medical records copy fees are regulated. Paper records: $33.60 handling + $1.26/pg (1-25), $0.84/pg (26-50), $0.42/pg thereafter. Digital records: 50% of paper rate calculation or direct digital media cost. Explore the full 50-State Statutory Fee Guide for state-by-state statutory breakdowns and cost-limit provisions.