Description
A personal health record is a collection of information about your health. Many people typically have a list of their medications or allergies that they carry around on their person.
Many Primary Care Providers (PCPs) and Insurance companies utilize personal health information to coordinate their members care. One of the major inconveniences of electronic health records is difficulties associated with access, as reported by seniors who may not consider themselves technologically savvy. The use of paper records allows individuals and family members avoid chaos by having all their medical information accessible in one place.
We understand that building a complete health record takes time. Collecting and entering all your health information is not usually fun. However, doing it in a small group setting might make the task less laborious.
What is included in a PHR Binder?
In general, your PHR needs to include anything that helps you and your doctors manage your health — starting with the basics:
• Personal Data including allergies and next of kin
• Health Insurance(s)
• Providers and Specialist names and numbers
• Medical and Surgical History
• Medication
• Appointments
• Labs Results
• Diagnostic Results
• Advance Directives (Including a Copy of Five Wishes)
• Skilled Nursing/Long Term Care
