Patients can always opt out of sharing their data. If your provider’s facility participates in the network, your health information will be accessible through healthEconnect Alaska. Just like your health records in a medical clinic or healthcare organization, only those involved in your care will be able to access your information through the HIE.
You can decide to opt out and not have your health records accessible to your healthcare providers through the HIE. The choice you make will not affect your ability to access medical care. If you decide to opt out, your health records will not be searchable through the HIE, but your treating providers may still be able to access certain information about your healthcare history from other health data exchange entities, like your provider’s electronic health record.
You should understand that when you opt out, your medical information will not be readily available to help participating physicians manage your care, even in an emergency.
You can opt out any time by requesting an opt-out form from your provider. If you choose to opt out, first speak with your provider about the benefits. An opt-in/out consent form, which includes patient participation options, can also be found here: Opt-In/Out Form.