eDelivery is HealthPort’s
latest offering in the healthcare information technology industry. It is adding the electronic delivery functionality to its release of information process.
eDelivery is in compliance with HIPAA mandates under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act’s HITECH provision, the new eDelivery functionality allows healthcare facilities with HealthPort ROI outsourced or Partner services the ability to quickly and easily fulfill medical record requests for patients who want to receive them electronically.
Jan McDavid, the HealthPort General Counsel and Compliance Officer said, “This new functionality illustrates our commitment to continuously remain in compliance with HIPAA regulations but, more importantly, gives our provider clients the ability to provide a deeper level of customer service to their patients.”
Matt Rohs, VP and GM of ROI Services said, “As the leader of the ROI industry, our eDelivery functionality is just one of the many investments we are making in our renowned ROI service and technology to enhance our customers’ experience and increase patient care and satisfaction.”
eDelivery provides patients with an environmentally friendly, secure and convenient option to request copies of their medical records, if maintained in an electronic format. In addition, eDelivery is cost effective, eliminating the need for postage and paper, and significantly decreases the turnaround time of medical record requests.
Hans Lewis is a contributing editor for HealthTechZone. To read more of his articles, please visit his columnist page.Edited by
Marisa Torrieri
