A medical records release form is a document that authorizes the release of patient health information from one healthcare provider to a. A medical records release form is a document used to authorize the transfer of a patient's medical records from one healthcare provider to another. To get your medical history or to do it on behalf of the person who authorized you to get it through a medical release form, you have to take several steps. Download one of the authorization forms listed above. I hereby authorize the following health care professional, medical facility, mental health facility, laboratory, paramedical facility, medical examiner, medical records service, prescription.