The Louisiana Legislature passed Act No. 205 on 26 June 1989 which amends La.R.S. 40:1299.96. This act establishes the right of a patient or his legal representatives to obtain a copy of his record upon furnishing a signed authorization and upon payment of:

1. A reasonable copying charge, not to exceed $1.00 per page for the first 25 pages,
2. $.50 per page for 26-500 pages,
3. $.25 per page thereafter,
4. A handling charge not to exceed $5.00
5. Actual postage

The copy of this record must be provided within 15 days following receipt of the request and written authorization, unless the physician concludes that the information therein could be injurious to the health or welfare of the patient or endanger the life or safety of another person.