personic patient portal

by Dr. Willie Borer MD 5 min read

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31 hours ago We offer free rapid testing, regardless of your insurance status. PCR testing will be free for all insured patients, and cost $75 for uninsured patients. We are able to get your results in as little … >> Go To The Portal


What is the patient portal and how does it work?

We’re excited to offer a online tool that provides anywhere, anytime access to your personal health records! With our patient portal, you can manage your health, and make more informed decisions about your care – 24/7 from any computer, smartphone or tablet.

How can personicare help my client?

Personicare has a vast network of healthcare professionals for your client's complete treatment needs. Information for current and future patients on the services provided by Personicare and a high-level outline of the process from start to finish.

Is the Emerson Hospital connect patient portal secure?

The Emerson Hospital Connect patient portal is completely secure, so you can be confident that your private information is protected. Only you or an authorized family member can access your personal Emerson Hospital Connect profile.

How do I sign up for OnPatient?

Gain access to your information via web or the OnPatient App. Ask your provider to send you an email invite to the OnPatient Portal. Open the OnPatient invite email, press the “sign up” button and register online. Download the OnPatient app from the Apple App Store. Launch the OnPatient app and log in to connect to your medical provider.

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How accurate is the BinaxNOW rapid test compared to PCR?

Accuracy: The BinaxNOW test correctly gave a positive result 84.6% of the time compared to PCR. In the same study, the test correctly gave a negative result 98.5% of the time.

How long does it take to get results for a COVID-19 antigen test?

This COVID-19 test detects certain proteins in the virus. Using a long nasal swab to get a fluid sample, some antigen tests can produce results in minutes. Others may be sent to a lab for analysis.

What to do if you test positive for COVID-19 at home?

Stay home for at least 5 days and isolate from others in your home. Tell your close contacts. Wear a well-fitted mask when around others. If available, a N95 or KN95 respirator is recommended.

What could a faint line on a COVID-19 test mean?

A faint line also can mean the tester didnt swab well enough to provide a good test sample. A brighter line indicates the patient has more virus in their body and is likely to be sicker and more infectious.

How accurate are at-home COVID-19 antigen tests?

However, at-home COVID-19 antigen tests are generally expected to detect the SARS-CoV-2 virus at least 80% of the time when someone is infected.

When should you take a COVID-19 PCR test instead of a rapid antigen test?

“PCR would be chosen where there is a low likelihood of having the virus, but we want to be certain the patient doesn't have it. Antigen would be chosen if there is a high probability the patient has the virus (i.e. is experiencing symptoms), and we need to screen the patient as positive or negative,” Heather said.

What are the best treatments for COVID-19?

The antiviral drugs Paxlovid (ritonavir-boosted nirmatrelvir) and Veklury (remdesivir) are the preferred treatments for eligible adult and pediatric patients with positive results of direct SARS-CoV-2 viral testing and who are at high risk for progression to severe COVID-19.

What is the best thing to drink when having COVID-19?

“You should be hydrated enough so that your urine is almost clear,” says Dr. Yu. If you have diarrhea or if you're sweating from a fever or chills, make sure you have salt or a little sugar in your fluids—think broths, fresh juices or electrolyte solutions like Gatorade—because salt and sugar can help you retain water.

How long should I stay in home isolation if I test positive for COVID-19?

If you test positive for COVID-19, stay home for at least 5 days and isolate from others in your home. You are likely most infectious during these first 5 days. Wear a high-quality mask if you must be around others at home and in public. Do not go places where you are unable to wear a mask.

Is it possible to get a false positive test result for COVID-19?

It's possible to have a positive test result even if you never had any symptoms of COVID-19 . False-positive test results can occur. It may be that the test detected antibodies to a coronavirus closely related to the COVID-19 virus or that the test quality was flawed.

What does a false-positive COVID-19 antigen test result mean?

A false-positive antigen test result means that the test says the person has COVID-19 but they are actually do not have COVID-19.

What can cause a false positive COVID-19 rapid antigen test?

The investigators also point out that false-positives are possible due to administering the test too early or late in the infectious stage, or from incorrectly performing the self-test.

How accurate are rapid COVID-19 antigen tests?

In people who did not have COVID-19, antigen tests correctly ruled out infection in 99.6% of people with symptoms and 99.7% of people without symptoms.

Which COVID-19 tests are more accurate PCR or antigen tests?

PCR tests are more accurate than antigen tests. "PCR tests are the gold standard for detecting SARS-CoV-2," says Dr. Broadhurst. "It is the most accurate testing modality that we have.

How accurate is the COVID-19 antigen test in detecting Omicron variants?

A single antigen test may only be able to correctly identify the virus 60% of the time in patients who have the omicron variant and who display symptoms of the disease, Tim Stenzel, director of the Food and Drug Administration's Office of In Vitro Diagnostics and Radiological Health, said during a Wednesday meetin.

What are some benefits of a COVID-19 rapid antigen test?

Antigen tests typically give results in just 15 minutes, can be done at home by yourself, and are much less expensive than PCR tests.

What is personic health?

Personic Health is designed to obtain a number of physiological data/health vitals from patients and monitor it remotely to prevent patients from getting sick, by identifying need for early medical consultation, especially from chronic issues like blood pressure, heart issues and diabetes.

How is patient data transmitted to the doctor?

Patient data is transmitted to the doctor via his mobile and web dashboard, as well as through EMR. Our AI technology analyses changes in patient health and signals irregularities to the doctor.

Can vital signs be monitored continuously?

Through advanced data analytics, it is now possible for a patient�s vital signs to be monitored continuously and transmitted to his doctor.

What is personic health?

Personic Health Tele Consultations combined with the Personic Health Remote Monitoring device is the first true end to end Telehealth platform that provides the opportunity to individuals to speak to a doctor remotely over a video call but the added advantage of being able to send the critical health vitals data to the doctor such as blood pressure, blood sugar, temperature, blood oxygen saturation, heart rate and ECG in real time makes it actually worthwhile for both the patients and the doctor.

How is patient data transmitted to the doctor?

Patient data is transmitted to the doctor via his mobile and web dashboard, as well as through the physicians EMR. Our smart technology analyses changes in patient health and signals irregularities to the doctor.

Benefits

The patient has the best chance of a long and healthy life. Irregular vital signs can be treated before they become serious. The patient and doctor can be in regular direct contact via the video function in our app.

Your Health in Your Hands

A complete and continuous view of your health with an early precision warning alerts.

Benefits

The patient has the best chance of a long and healthy life. Irregular vital signs can be treated before they become serious. The patient and doctor can be in regular direct contact via the video function in our app.

Your Health in Your Hands

A complete and continuous view of your health with an early precision warning alerts.

What services and information will Emerson Hospital Connect provide?

Information pertaining to each of your visits at Emerson Hospital or our satellite centers

What is the number to call Emerson Hospital?

If you have questions please contact the Emerson Hospital Connect help line at 978-287-7338. We are available Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Is there a cost to sign up for a PCP in Massachusetts?

The information included is for services the hospital provides, not private physician practices (PCP or specialists). There is no cost associated with signing up. Due to Massachusetts regulations regarding mature minors, a portal account will not be available for patients between the ages of 13 to 18.

Is Emerson Hospital Connect secure?

The Emerson Hospital Connect patient portal is completely secure, so you can be confident that your private information is protected. Only you or an authorized family member can access your personal Emerson Hospital Connect profile.

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How to engage patients in healthcare?from epic.com

Engage the patient by providing access to health and wellness information. Delight them with appointment scheduling, e-visits, remote monitoring, and telehealth.

What is EPIC medical?from epichs.org

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Why take advantage of medical necessity criteria and network-based provider recommendations at the point of service?from epic.com

Take advantage of medical necessity criteria and network-based provider recommendations at the point of service so your providers and staff can make financially responsible decisions about members' care.

How to register onpatient?

Open the OnPatient invite email, press the “sign up” button and register online.

How many users does OnPatient have?

Securely connect with all your medical providers with OnPatient, trusted by over 13 million users. Gain access to your information via web or the OnPatient App.

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