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Urgent Medical Matters
Please do not use MyChart to send any messages requiring urgent attention. Dial 911 for emergency or life threatening situations.
MyChart Frequently Asked Questions
- Enrollment Questions
- What is MyChart?
- Is there a fee to use MyChart?
- How do I sign up?
- Who do I contact if I have further questions about how MyChart works?
- MyChart For My Family
- Can I view a family member's health record in MyChart?
- Can I ask questions regarding a family member from my MyChart account?
- Can my spouse and I share one MyChart account?
- After I Have Enrolled
- I forgot my password. What should I do?
- Can you send me a new activation code as I have lost it, let it expire or did not receive it?
- Where can I update my personal information (e.g., home address, e-mail or change my password)?
- Technical Questions
- How is MyChart secure?
- What is your privacy policy?
- I was logged out of MyChart, what happened?
- What do I need to use MyChart?
- My activation code does not work, what should I do?
- Is my activation code my user ID?
- Can my MyChart access be terminated?
What is MyChart?
MyChart offers patients personalized and secure on-line access to portions of their medical records. It enables you to securely use the Internet to help manage and receive information about your health. With MyChart, you can use the Internet to:
- Request medical appointments.
- View your health summary from the MyChart electronic health record.
- View test results.
- Request prescription renewals.
Is there a fee to use MyChart?
MyChart is a free service offered to our patients.
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Patients who wish to participate will be issued a MyChart activation code during their office visit. This code will enable you to login and create your own user ID and password. If you were not issued an activation code, you may request an activation code by going to Sign Up Now and then click on Contact Us to Register or ask to sign up during your next office visit.
Return to TopWho do I contact if I have further questions about how MyChart works?
You may e-mail us at uhmychart@uh.org, or you can call our MyChart Support Line at 706-774-5800.
Return to TopWhen can I see my test results in MyChart?
Your provider is able to determine which types of test results are able to be accessed through MyChart. Further, tests of a very sensitive nature are not released to MyChart.
Return to TopIf some of my health information on MyChart is not correct, what should I do?
Your MyChart information comes directly from your electronic medical record at your provider's office. Ask your provider to correct any inaccurate information at your next clinic visit. Your health information is reviewed and updated in your electronic medical record each visit.
Return to TopIf I send a message to my provider, when can I expect a reply?
You will generally receive an answer within 3 business days; however, staff and information availability may result in a longer response time. Please note that MyChart should not be used for urgent situations. Please contact your medical center if the situation requires immediate attention or dial 911 if it is an emergency.
Return to TopCan I view a family member's health record in MyChart?
Yes you can. This is called Proxy access and allows a parent (or guardian) to log into their personal MyChart account, and then connect to information regarding their family member. A completed Proxy Consent Form and photo ID must be completed in person. For additional details, contact the MyChart Administrator at uhmychart@uh.org or 706-774-5800.
Return to TopCan I ask questions regarding a family member from my MyChart account?
MyChart offers direct access to your personal health record and communicating about another individual's information from your MyChart would be confusing since this information would not appear in the correct health record and could potentially jeopardize medical care. If you need to ask a question about a family member's MyChart you will need to use your proxy access.
Return to TopCan my spouse and I share one MyChart account?
No, due to the sensitive nature of medical information, MyChart accounts are not shared.
Return to TopI forgot my password. What should I do?
You may contact our MyChart Support Line at 706-774-5800 to request a new, secure password. You may also click the "Forgot password" link on the sign-in page to reset your password online.
Return to TopCan you send me a new activation code as I have lost it, let it expire or did not receive it?
Contact us at uhmychart@uh.org and after we verify your information, a new code will be sent via U.S. Postal Mail. Privacy issues prevent us from e-mailing a new activation code to you.
Return to TopWhere can I update my personal information (e.g., home address, e-mail or change my password)?
Log into MyChart and from the left menu, go to the Preferences section and select the appropriate option.
Return to TopHow is MyChart secure?
We take great care to ensure your health information is kept private and secure. Access to information is controlled through secure activation codes, personal ID's, and passwords. Each person controls their password, and the account cannot be accessed without that password. MyChart must be accessed with a Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) compatible browser or terminal (Netscape or Internet Explorer versions 5.0 or greater). Our SSL web server uses authentication and offers the highest level of encryption technology commercially available (128-bit RC4).
Return to TopWhat is your Privacy Policy?
MyChart is fully compliant with federal and state laws pertaining to your privacy. Your name and e-mail address will be treated with the same care and privacy given your health records and will never be sold or leased by MyChart.
Return to TopI was logged out of MyChart, what happened?
We aim to protect your privacy and security of your information. While logged into MyChart, if your keyboard remains idle for 15 minutes or more, you will be automatically logged out of MyChart. We recommend that you log out of your MyChart session if you need to leave your computer for even a short period of time.
What do I need to use MyChart?
You need access to a computer connected to the Internet and an up-to-date browser (such as Internet Explorer).
Return to TopMy activation code does not work, what should I do?
For your security, your activation code expires after 30 days and is no longer valid after the first time you use it. If you still have problems, email us at uhmychart@uh.org or you can call our MyChart Support Line at 706-774-5800.
Return to TopIs my activation code my user ID?
No, your activation code is not your MyChart ID or password. You will use this code only once to log into MyChart for the first time. (The code will expire after you have used it or after 30 days). When you log into MyChart the first time, you will then be asked to create your own unique MyChart ID and password.
Return to TopCan my MyChart access be terminated?
Yes. Your access can be terminated at any time. Most terminations occur because of misuse. MyChart is offered as a free service. You do not have a legal right to access this information.
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