seting up patient portal for swedish hospital

by Brionna Strosin Sr. 3 min read

Swedish MyChart | Swedish Medical Center Seattle and …

10 hours ago Patient Portal. NorthShoreConnect provides Swedish Hospital and Medical Group patients with a single Patient Portal to view and manage health care information. Call 847-425-3900 for assistance with your NorthShoreConnect account. >> Go To The Portal


Swedish Hospital's Patient Portal Guidelines
  1. Your email address must be on file with the hospital. If you have not already provided your email address, please email SCHPortal@schosp.org or call 773-989-1398. ...
  2. You will need your medical record number or the last four digits of your social security number.

Is there a payment plan at Swedish Medical Group or Swedish Medical Center?

I have a payment plan at Swedish Medical Group or Swedish Medical Center. How does this affect my payments? On June 15, 2019, Swedish Medical Group and Swedish Medical Center moved to a new billing system. You will be given a new account number for charges after June 15, 2019. For charges after June 15, 2019, your statement will look different.

Why does Swedish Medical Center need my email address?

We only use your email address as you specify to notify you of upcoming CME activities sponsored by Swedish Medical Center, to confirm course registrations, to permit access for virtual activities you register for, to notify you of system changes, and to respond to your inquiries.

How do I access my health record in Sweden?

For on-the-go access to your health record, download the free MyChart mobile app and select Swedish as your health care provider. MyChart is a free service that offers you online access to your health record.

How do I contact Swedish Medical Group?

Swedish Medical Group profiles also include verified patient reviews to help you make informed decisions about the providers you choose. If you would like to talk to a representative about your provider options or schedule an appointment by phone, please call 773-878-8200.

What charting system does Swedish use?

Orientation to Electronic Medical Record (EMR) Charting Swedish uses the "Epic" clinical information system for all chart functions including order entry. Online training will be provided through HealthStream. Your instructor will provide you instructions for accessing the HealthStream (HLC) website.

Do hospitals use patient portals?

Hospitals and other health care organizations can facilitate patient access to their EMR information through patient portals. Patient portals can provide secure, online access to personal health information [1] such as medication lists, laboratory results, immunizations, allergies, and discharge information [2].

What is the app for patient portal?

The PatientPORTAL App connects you, the patient, with your healthcare provider. The App enables you to view upcoming appointments and lab results, as well as send and receive secure messages for yourself and any dependents that you may have for easy communication with your provider.

Are Polyclinic and Swedish the same?

Founded in 1917 by six Seattle physicians, The Polyclinic has grown to become one of the largest independent multispecialty physician groups in the Greater Seattle area. Its physicians represent most medical specialties, and work out of 12 locations around the Puget Sound area as well as at Swedish Medical Center.

How do you implement a patient portal?

9 Steps to Implement a New Patient Portal SolutionResearch Different Portal Solutions. ... Look for the Right Portal Features. ... Get Buy-In from Key Stakeholders. ... Evaluate and Enhance Existing Workflows. ... Develop a Comprehensive Onboarding Plan. ... Be Prepared for a Successful Go-Live. ... Seek Out Painless Portal Migration.

What are the different types of patient portals?

There are two main types of patient portals: a standalone system and an integrated service. Integrated patient portal software functionality usually comes as a part of an EMR system, an EHR system or practice management software. But at their most basic, they're simply web-based tools.

Are patient portals easy to use?

Portals provide physicians with a fast and easy way to communicate with chronically ill patients. They are a place to get complete and more accurate patient information. Portals empower patients to take ownership of their own healthcare, so they remain aware of the entire care process.

Why do patients not use patient portals?

The researchers found no demographic differences among nonusers who said that a technology hurdle, lack of internet access or no online medical record was the reason why they did not make use of a patient portal.

What is NextMD?

Formerly known as NextMD, the Portal allows patient access to online secure communications with providers at all AHC locations, Personal Health Records, and medication refill requests.

Is Swedish a private hospital?

The vast majority of Sweden's hospitals are public (85), while there are only 15 private hospitals in the country. In comparison to many other countries, private healthcare and hospitals are much rarer within Sweden.

Is Swedish a magnet hospital?

We are extremely honored and proud to announce that Swedish Hospital has attained Magnet Recognition for the third time, a testament to the continued dedication of our excellent nursing practice and interdisciplinary teams.

Who is Swedish owned by?

Swedish is affiliated with Providence Health & Services, a Catholic, not-for-profit organization founded by the Sisters of Providence in 1856. With more than 76,000 employees, Providence operates 34 hospitals and 475 physician clinics across five states.

What is NorthShoreConnect?

NorthShoreConnect provides Swedish Hospital and Medical Group patients with a single Patient Portal to view and manage health care information.

Is Swedish Hospital safe?

Swedish Hospital is operating under enhanced safety protocols to provide a comfortable and safe environment for our patients, physicians, nurses and hospital staff.

Is Swedish Hospital on one electronic health record?

Swedish Hospital inpatient and outpatient services are now on one electronic health record system and Patient Portal.

Keep friends and family updated with a free, personalized Web site

Swedish offers patients CaringBridge – a service that provides free, private, personalized Web sites. CaringBridge makes it easy for you or a family member to keep others informed without having to make calls.

Create your Web site

In three simple steps and fewer than two minutes you (or one of your family members/friends) can set up a CaringBridge Web page and start updating your loved ones immediately. It's a personal and private journal, guestbook and photo album – all in one place. 1. From any computer with access to the Internet, go to www.caringbridge.org/ 2.

Can you access the Internet while at Swedish?

Yes, free wireless access is available in most areas of the hospital - including waiting areas and most patient rooms. However 85 percent of the time, people using CaringBridge update their Web site from home or work.

Do I have to install special software?

No. Since CaringBridge is Web-based the only thing needed is a connection to the Internet.

What sort of training is needed?

None. Setting up a CaringBridge site is a simple process that only takes a few minutes.

What about privacy and security?

CaringBridge sites are not searchable by Internet search engines (like Google, Yahoo!, etc.) You must know the specific site name - which restricts access to family and friends who have been given that name.

How to request access to another adult?

To request access to another adult, such as a spouse, parent, or other family member, complete a paper form (available within MyChart). In most cases, access to another adult requires signatures from both parties.

How to find my MyChart username?

Visit the MyChart login page and click on Forgot your username. You will be prompted to enter your information. Your username will be e-mailed to you. If you are still having trouble, contact MyChart Customer Service Line at (855) 641-5010.

How to contact MyChart if you forgot your password?

Visit the MyChart login page and click on Forgot your password. You will be prompted to enter your information and answer your security questions. If you are still having trouble, contact MyChart Customer Service Line at (855) 641-5010.

How to access another account after activating MyChart?

After activating an account for yourself, you may request access to another account (proxy access) via an online link from the MyChart portal.

What is MyChart for?

MyChart offers a convenient way to communicate with your medical group provider on non-urgent healthcare matters.

Telehealth Appointments Available

Video visits to provide you with the care you need from the comfort of home.

Ready to Safely Care for You

Enhanced safety protocols are designed to keep you safe during in-person visits.

Schedule an Appointment Online via NorthShoreConnect

We offer online appointment scheduling for primary care physicians and many specialists via NorthShoreConnect.

Find a Doctor

Browse our providers using our find a doctor feature, with filters for specialties, language, gender, zip code and evening or weekend appointments. Swedish Medical Group profiles also include verified patient reviews to help you make informed decisions about the providers you choose.

Talk to a Referral Specialist

If you would like to talk to a representative about your provider options or schedule an appointment by phone, please call 773-878-8200.