Provider Access. Patient shall be given the Providers’ e-mail address to which non-urgent commu- nications can be addressed. Such communications shall be dealt with by the Provider or staff member of the Practice in a timely manner. Patient understands and agrees that email and the internet should never be used to access medical care in the event of an emergency, or any situation that Patient could reasonably expect may develop into an emergency. Patient agrees that in such situations, when a Patient cannot speak to their Provider immediately in person or by telephone, that Patient shall call 911 or the nearest emergency medical assistance provider, and follow the directions of emergency medical personnel.
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Sources: Healthcare Agreement, Service Agreement