Important Information Regarding the Patient Portal: By accessing this Portal, you, the patient, understand that this Patient Portal is NOT to be used for urgent or emergency situations and should be limited to non -emergency communications and requests. In case of an emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.
PLEASE NOTE: Our preferred method of communication is through our patient portal. Medication refills and exam authorization information will be sent to your portal inbox. For those of you who do not wish to have access to your portal w e suggest you allow us to leave a detailed message as indicated above. If you do not wish us to leave a detailed message and you do not wish to use our portal, you must contact our office by telephone for this information.
AUTHORIZATION TO RELEASE MEDICAL INFORMATION TO INDIVIDUALS / FAMILY MEMBERS
In accordance with Federal government policy rules implemented through the Healthcare Portability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), in order for your physician or staff of the Practice to discuss your condition with members of your family or oth er individuals that you designate, we must obtain your authorization prior to doing so. In the event of a critical episode or if you are unable to give your authorization due to the severity of your medical condition, the law stipulates that these rules m ay be waived.