The request procedure, the statutory fee cap, and the provider's response deadline for Montana. Each value is drawn from the controlling statute.
| Response deadlineHow long the provider has to respond to the request. | 10 days of a written request (extendable to no later than 21 days with written notice of the reason for delay). |
|---|---|
| Fee structurePermissible copying/retrieval charges (verify the current published schedule). | Up to $0.50/page (paper/photocopy), plus an administrative fee up to $15.00 for searching and handling. Examination in person is without charge. Verify current published amounts. |
| Authorization notesWho may request, free-copy carve-outs, and other quirks. | The provider must explain any codes/abbreviations on request; in-person inspection during business hours is free. |
| Controlling statuteThe statute or regulation this rule comes from. | Mont. Code Ann. §§ 50-16-540, 50-16-541 |
Primary source: Mont. Code Ann. §§ 50-16-540, 50-16-541
Important. This guide is general information, not legal advice, and is not a substitute for the controlling statute or your own counsel's review. Laws and fees change; verify the current rule with the state authority before relying on it. Fields marked "Not stated" have not yet been published here and should not be read as the absence of a rule.
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Published 2026-06-26 · Content updated 2026-10-15