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QUESTIONS CONTINUED Q: I am healthy. Do I need the Med911 service? Why should I sign up? A:If your are being treated for a medical emergency, the fact that you have no illnesses, allergies and take no prescription or non- prescription drugs is extremely valuable information for your treating physician. This may allow more aggressive treatment without concern about drug interactions, allergies, or underlying disease. As your medical history changes, Med911 can be kept up to date, making it simpler for you by eliminating the need to start over each time you see a new doctor. If you are a caregiver,you can maintain all medical records in one place for your loved one. Question Index | ||
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| Q: I'm a caregiver, how can Med911 help?
A: If you take care of somebody ,you can use Med911 to organize and maintain that person's complete medical history in one place.It is easier to share information among treating physicians and family members. Question Index | |||
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| Q: Why should I consider having my medical information available 24 hours per day on the internet? A: Virtually no one knows your medical problems, drug therapy, allergies, etc., better than you. You cannot rely on your spouse/children to know your medical facts when under the pressure of an emergency situation. Your family may guess at your drug therapy, but only you know for sure. Each of your doctors (Family, OBGYN, Cardiologist, etc.) knows what they have prescribed, but may not know your complete prescription therapy. This may very likely apply to the other aspects of your medical history (allergies, long term illnesses, etc.). Question Index | |||
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| Q: Why does Med911 use the internet? A: Med911 utilizes the internet because it is the only means by which your medical information can be accessed anywhere in the world 24 hours per day. Question Index | |||
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| Q: From where can Med911 be accessed? A: Med911 can be accessed from anywhere in the world through the internet address: www.med911.com Question Index | |||
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| Q:What information do I put in
my Med911 medical history file?
A: The Med911 form was developed under the guidance of physicians and hospital personnel. You can review the personal medical history form now. It is a secure, passcode protected compilation of your entire medical history, including: current and past diseases, drug therapies, surgeries, hospitalizations, allergies, blood type, etc. You enter your own medical history and are responsible for its content. Question Index | |||
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| Q: When is my medical history available on Med911?
A: Immediately after you sign up and enter your medical data, your information is available for retrieval. Question Index | |||
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| Q: How often should I change or
update my Med911 file? A: As often as your medical situation changes. For example, surgery, change of prescription or non-prescription drugs, pregnancy, a newly diagnosed illness, etc. all require changes to your medical history. subscription. Question Index | |||
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| Q: How do I update my
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file? A: To update information contained in your medical files, go to the Access Files page in the Med911 site.You simply add, delete, or change whatever you need. Question Index | |||
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| Q: Does the Med911 medical information form include who to contact in an emergency situation? A: Yes. Under the Personal Information section on the Medical Information form, you may enter who should be contacted in the event of an emergency. Question Index | |||
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| Q: What if I forget my password?
A: Med911 allows you 3 attempts to gain access to change your Med911 medical history file. If, after 3 attempts, you cannot remember your pin, you will be locked out of "update" for 24 hours. To receive your codes via email or change your password, go to "Register" and follow the outlined steps necessary for your situation. Question Index | |||
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Q: Should my doctor see this medical history?
A: We suggest that after you have completed your Med911 form, you print it and review it with your physician for accuracy. After checking for accuracy, you can modify your personal history form as needed using the method outlined above. Question Index | |||
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