how to sign up for maine general patient portal

If you are a MaineGeneral patient and wish to join the FollowMyHealth ® Patient Portal, please click on the application and instructions below. You cannot use the portal until you sign up via an invitation email sent by us. Adults must come in person and show a photo ID (they cannot be mailed).

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How do I link my MaineGeneral account to my health information?

Establish a MaineGeneral FollowMyHealth ® account (invitation to connect is required once you provide your email address at a MaineGeneral service location). Create user account for compatible health care application. Within the compatible application, find where you can connect your health data to the application.

Is MaineGeneral’s Patient Portal secure?

sign up until you receive an email from FollowMyHealth® inviting you to connect to MaineGeneral. 2. Create your portal login using a unique username and password. 3. Enter your invitation code. This is your four-digit year of birth. Click Agree to the release of information. 4. If you have trouble setting up your portal, please email

How do I get my complete medical record from MaineGeneral?

senders list. Remember: You cannot sign up until you receive an email from FollowMyHealth. 2. Create your portal login using a unique username and password. 3. Enter your invitation code. This is your four-digit year of birth. Click Agree to the release of information. If you have trouble setting up your portal, please call toll-free 1-888-670-9775 or email

How do I contact MaineGeneral’s support team?

Based on the information you provide us below, if there is not an exact match in our system, it could take up to 2 business days for processing and verification. Once approved, you will receive an email or a letter. If you have any questions, please contact MyChart Customer Support Team at 1-855-255-2300. Indicates a required field.

What is a resident in MGMC?

A resident is a physician receiving specialized clinical training in a hospital , usually after completing an internship. Because MGMC is affiliated with Maine Dartmouth Family Medicine Residency, we have residents caring for patients throughout the hospital in conjunction with patients' regular physician.

What happens if a physician doesn't care for you?

If your physician will not be caring for you during your stay, you will be cared for by an attending physician or "hospitalist.". This physician will coordinate your care, check on you regularly and consult with specialists and other care team members as needed.

How long before surgery do you have to be admitted to the hospital?

If you're a surgery patient, you'll be scheduled for an admission time when you come for your routine preoperative tests, usually one to two weeks before admission. When you arrive, you don't need to preregister for your scheduled appointment ...

Do you need a lawyer to complete an advance directive?

You do not need to see a lawyer to complete this form and it can be changed and updated at any time. Advance Directives do not replace thoughtful, thorough and compassionate medical care during times of serious illness. In fact, they support good care by letting your health care team know about your wishes.

What is the role of a nurse in a nursing team?

Nurses work with other members of the team to plan, coordinate and carry out your day-to-day care. They will also provide education on your condition, medications, treatments and at-home care.

How to make transition smooth?

To make your transition as smooth as possible, your care manager will help arrange for any post-discharge care or medical equipment you may need. Please arrange for a ride home as soon as you know when you will be discharged. If you need help making these arrangements, please ask your care manager.

What does a care manager do?

Care managers work with patients, families and the treatment team to ensure you are receiving appropriate and timely care. Your care manager is a resource throughout your stay and will coordinate your safe return home or to another care environment, making sure all the equipment and services you need are in place. Learn more about Care Management.

What is HealthInfoNet?

HealthInfoNet is an independent, nonprofit information services organization that manages the statewide Health Information Exchange (HIE) in Maine. Through the application of timely and actionable information, we adapt and advance as clinical workflows and needs change across the care continuum.

What is Maine Care D-SNP?

HealthInfoNet is partnering with the Office of MaineCare Services (MaineCare) in support of their Medicare Advantage Dual-Eligible Special Needs Plan (D- SNP) data-sharing requirements . The requirements will connect new long-term care (LTC) facilities to the