What is the AF Form 250 used for?

• A. Health Record Charge Out Request
• B. Medical Treatment Authorization
• C. Patient Registration Form
• D. Disposition of Medical Records

Answer: (A)

AF Form 250 is used to request the release (charge out) of health records to another facility or provider. It documents who is requesting the records, where they’re going, and why, and it sets the time frame for the temporary custody of those records. This helps maintain proper control and a clear audit trail so sensitive medical information is shared only with authorized parties and for appropriate purposes, supporting continuity of care when a service member or dependent needs treatment outside the originating facility. It’s not a form for consent to treatment, patient registration, or deciding what to do with records after they’re no longer in use; those functions are covered by other forms and processes.