Coming this summer: enhanced Web site services that help with HIPAA
AAFP members will have access to free or discounted Web site services that can enhance patient communication and office efficiency, thanks to an April 30 agreement between the Academy and application service provider Medfusion Inc.
Through the agreement, all AAFP active members will have the opportunity to create free Web sites for their practices and offer direct access to the patient education materials on http://familydoctor.org. The sites also will provide access to Medfusion's patient communications capabilities on a per usage pricing basis -- capabilities designed for compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act.
The sites will replace those previously offered through AAFP to members, but will offer increased functionality and more options. Through their Web sites, members will be able to establish a range of secure communications, including patient preregistration, online bill payment, appointment requests, lab results reporting, prescription renewal requests and online consultations. A Web link enabling members to take advantage of the partnership is scheduled to go live this summer.
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