There are Benefits to Accessing and Maintaining Personal Health Records and Using Patient Portals.
Most hospitals and physician's offices will tell you how you can access your own health records using a patient portal. It is easy. You can do it on a smart phone, a tablet or a computer. You can also download apps that will allow you to manage your own health records. These personal health records can help you better manage your own care. You can have access to your immunization records, lab results, screening due dates, diet plans, patient contact information, diagnosis list, medication list, allergy list, and more.
A personal health record will:
-Keep more engaged in your own health care.
-Help your different care providers communicate better and coordinate your care.
-Post medical information online in case of an emergency.
-Save time and hassle. You can request medication refills and schedule appointments on line.
-Increase provider-patient communication and help you stay better informed.
-Encourage family health management which makes it easier for your caregivers.
Personal health records are private, secure, and confidential as long as you take steps to protect yourself. You should always have a username and password that you use each time you log in through your patient portal. Always use a secure wi-fi network, not a public network. If you lose you device, or it is stolen, be sure to report it so that the service to the device can be stopped. If you are downloading any mobile apps be sure to research them well before downloading them to ensure their security.
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