uf shands portal

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UF Health Shands Hospital - University of Florida Health

12 hours ago Communicate with your doctor. Get answers to your medical questions from the comfort of your own home. Access your test results. No more waiting for a phone call or letter – view your results and your doctor's comments within days. Request prescription refills. Send a refill request for any of your refillable medications. Manage your ... >> Go To The Portal


What is UF Health Shands homecare?

UF Health Shands HomeCare is a comprehensive home health and personal care agency devoted to helping patients maintain an independent lifestyle in their own homes. The UF Health Florida Recovery Center is the state’s premier addiction treatment program, proudly serving patients from around the United States.

Who do I call for UF Health Shands?

For UF Health Shands, call the Privacy Office at 352.621.9050 or 1.866.876.4472. My son is a 19-year old college student. My insurance pays for his hospital bills and I claim him as a dependent on my income tax.

What is the University of Florida Health Physicians?

The University of Florida Health Physicians is the ambulatory physician practice of the University of Florida College of Medicine and supports its clinical mission. UF Health Physicians oversees practice operations for the College of Medicine, including ambulatory clinic activities, the Patient Access Center and the physician revenue cycle.

What are the best specialties at UF Health Shands?

In U.S. News & World Report’s 2019-20 Best Hospital rankings, UF Health Shands Hospital was among the nation’s best in seven specialties: 1 Cancer (42nd) 2 Diabetes & Endocrinology (40th) 3 Gastroenterology and GI Surgery (40th) 4 Geriatrics (37th) 5 Nephrology (24th) 6 Pulmonology and Lung Surgery (44th) 7 Urology (24th) More ...

How to access a patient portal?

With a patient portal: 1 You can access your secure personal health information and be in touch with your provider's office 24 hours a day. You do not need to wait for office hours or returned phone calls to have basic issues resolved. 2 You can access all of your personal health information from all of your providers in one place. If you have a team of providers, or see specialists regularly, they can all post results and reminders in a portal. Providers can see what other treatments and advice you are getting. This can lead to better care and better management of your medicines. 3 E-mail reminders and alerts help you to remember things like annual checkups and flu shots.

How old do you have to be to access a child's patient portal?

If you have a child under age 18 years , you may be given access to your child's patient portal, too. Providers can also get in touch with you through the portal. You may receive reminders and alerts. You will receive an email asking you to log in to your patient portal for a message.

What is patient portal?

A patient portal is a website for your personal health care. The online tool helps you to keep track of your health care provider visits, test results, billing, prescriptions, and so on. You can also e-mail your provider questions through the portal.

How to access my prescriptions?

Of course, we haven't sacrificed any of our valuable, existing features: 1 Securely access your health information on your computer or mobile device from anywhere, anytime. 2 Manage updates to your personal information, medications, known allergies and more. 3 Request to schedule an appointment with your physician. 4 Complete appointment questionnaires ahead of time. 5 Look up your test results or review your health information. 6 Create a preferred pharmacy and request new prescriptions online. 7 View billing statements and pay bills online. 8 View released records. 9 Communicate with your UF Health physicians or staff using secured messages, including sending attachments. 10 Get real-time help with the MyUFHealth website from staff who can see what you're seeing. 11 Optional two-factor authentication makes the system even more secure. This added security layer prompts you with a code sent to an email address to help ensure only you have access to your important information.

What is the number for UF Health?

If you need immediate assistance with MyUFHealth, please use the following numbers during normal business hours (8-5, M-F): Gainesville 352-265-6983. Jacksonville 904-383-1043. You can also contact your UF Health Physicians or UF Health Jacksonville Physicians clinic during normal clinic hours.

What is myUFHealth?

MyUFHealth a patient portal that allows you or someone you authorize access to portions of your medical record from your computer or smart device. Participate in your health care by having the ability to access information on your own schedule, review your test results online, communicate with your provider securely, and view your health record 24/7 at work, on the road or at home.

Does MyUFHealth represent medical records?

You can review Frequently Asked Questions to find out more about MyUFHealth. MyUFHealth does not represent your legal medical record. All communications sent or received using MyUFHealth are saved as a part of your medical record.

Record Access Fees

You may review your medical record by appointment only. The review fee is $25.00 per hour. Under Florida law you may be charged a fee of up to $1.00 for every page copied (plus tax and handling). You can save money by asking for specific documents or a record abstract (all recent major reports) rather than the entire record.

What is a medical record?

It is a record of the information during the course of a patient’s treatment. It includes a variety of information in a variety of formats (written, electronic, x-ray film, etc.), including personal, financial, social and medical information.

Are medical records confidential?

The information found in medical records is confidential. Patients confide in their physicians because they are assured of this confidentiality and might not share the necessary personal information if this privilege did not exist. Healthcare workers are mandated by law and by professional standards to protect patient confidentiality.

How long does it take to get copies of my medical record?

We will provide a copy or a summary of your health information, usually within 30 days of your request. Most record requests are fulfilled within 7 business days.

There is some incorrect information on my medical record. How can I get it corrected?

You can ask us to correct health information about you that you think is incorrect or incomplete. We may say “No” to your request but we’ll tell you why in writing within 60 days. Please call 352.265.0131 for more information. View the form to request medical amendments.

Can you give my medical records to me on a flash drive or CD?

UF Health Shands can provide your records on a CD, deliver them to you through email or through the MyUFHealth portal. Please provide an email address on your release form and once the records are prepared, we will release to your preference.

How can I obtain a copy of my medical record?

Request the copy from UF Health Shands HIM Department at PO Box 100345, Gainesville, FL 32610. Forms are also available in each of the walk-in offices or you may send a written request to our PO Box or fax (352-265-1098). Your request must include the following: