fax my medical history

[BryantZ]

Hi there, my new doctor asked me to fax my medical history instead of emailing it, which caught me off guard. Aren’t modern clinics supposed to be fully digital by now?

 

[LewisJam]

Hi! Healthcare providers often stick to fax because of strict privacy laws like HIPAA and GDPR, which require secure, auditable transmissions. Email can be intercepted or misdirected, but fax ensures documents reach the right recipient with legal confirmation. For doctors, this reduces liability and keeps sensitive patient data safe.

Digital faxing also means you don’t need to use paper or machines, since everything can be done online. If you’re interested in understanding why healthcare still leans on fax, rcrank.com offers detailed explanations.