RWJBarnabas Health is transforming patient healthcare access through its centralized patient portal, RWJBH MyChart. This innovative digital platform empowers patients to take an active role in managing their healthcare information, providing convenient and secure access to personal medical records across multiple healthcare facilities.
Official Links
- Patient Portal: https://www.rwjbh.org/patients-visitors/patient-portal/
- MyChart FAQ: https://www.rwjbh.org/patients-visitors/patient-portal/mychart/
What is the Patient Portal?
The RWJBH MyChart is a comprehensive online system designed to centralize patient health information across RWJBarnabas Health’s network. As of September 28, 2024, the portal integrates records from 15 healthcare facilities, including:
- Bristol-Myers Squibb Children’s Hospital
- Children’s Specialized Hospital
- Clara Maass Medical Center
- Community Medical Center
- Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center
- Jersey City Medical Center
- Monmouth Medical Center
- Newark Beth Israel Medical Center
- And several RWJ University Hospitals
What Patients Can Do
Patients using the MyChart portal can:
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View Personal Health Records
- Medications
- Test results
- Appointments
- Medical bills
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Communication Features
- Send non-urgent messages to healthcare providers
- Expect responses within two business days
- Communicate securely through HIPAA-compliant messaging
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Appointment Management
- Schedule appointments online
- Manage appointments for family members
- Receive appointment reminders
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Medical Information Access
- View radiology reports with patient-friendly explanations
- Access doctors’ notes from previous visits
- Check test results and track progress through graphs
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Online Check-In
- Complete pre-appointment tasks
- Verify insurance
- Update allergies
- Pay copays
- Sign documents electronically
Accessing the Portal
Who Can Use It
Patients of RWJBarnabas Health facilities integrated into the Epic system can access MyChart.
Downloading the App
Patients can download the MyChart mobile application for convenient access on smartphones and tablets.
Privacy and Security
All messages and interactions are:
- Transferred via secure servers
- Compliant with HIPAA standards
- Protected against unauthorized access
Customer Support
For technical support and assistance:
- Help Desk Phone: 1-833-764-3570
- Email: [email protected]
- Available 24/7
Billing and Payments
Patients can:
- Pay hospital and provider bills online
- Review payment history
- Send secure messages about billing
- Access payment statements
Important Notes
- Not all RWJBarnabas Health providers are currently on MyChart
- If a provider is not found, contact them directly
- The system is in a transition phase, consolidating records
Unprovided Information
Details not explicitly specified in the source documents include:
- Specific registration process
- Exact system requirements for access
- Detailed security protocols
RWJBarnabas Health’s MyChart represents a significant step towards patient-centered, digital healthcare management, offering convenience, transparency, and enhanced communication between patients and healthcare providers.
https://www.rwjbh.org/patients-visitors/patient-portal/
A centralized patient portal called RWJBH MyChart where all our hospitals’ and medical practices’ records will eventually be contained within one clinical
https://www.rwjbh.org/patients-visitors/patient-portal/mychart/
MyChart gives you access to your personal health records all in one place. View your medications, test results, appointments, bills and more.
