Information

When discussing text messaging, the best practice is to NOT text patients. However, texting can be a useful tool and there are steps your office can take to mitigate the risks associated with texting patients.

Under the new law known as the 21st Century Cures Act, information blocking is now ILLEGAL. That means if you get a request from another provider for patient information, you are required to provide that information. The Office of Inspector General at OIG can investigate all claims of information blocking by providers and can levy fines and / or enforce Corrective Action Plans (CAP).