Full Online Access for Patients

From 01/112022 we’re now letting you see all the information within your health record automatically. If you are over 16 and have an online account, such as through the NHS App, NHS website, or another online primary care service, you will now be able to see all future notes and health records from your doctor (GP). Some people can already access this feature, this won’t change for you.

This means that you will be able to see notes from your appointments, as well as test results and any letters that are saved on your records. This only applies to records from your doctor (GP), not from hospitals or other specialists. You will only be able to see information from 01/11/2022. This is known as Prospective Access

For most people, access will be automatic, and you won’t need to do anything.

Your doctor (GP) may talk to you to discuss test results before you are able to see some of your information on the app. Your doctor (GP) may also talk to you before your full records access is given to make sure that having access is of benefit to you. There might be some sensitive information on your record, so you should talk to your doctor if you have any concerns.

These changes only apply to people with online accounts. If you do not want an online account, you can still access your health records by requesting this information through reception. The changes also only apply to personal information about you. If you are a carer and would like to see information about someone you care for, speak to reception staff.

The NHS App, website and other online services are all very secure, so no one is able to access your information except you. You’ll need to make sure you protect your login details. Don’t share your password with anyone as they will then have access to your personal information.

The Patients Association have made a very good  meeting video available on the subject which is detailed and comprehensive. You  can access it here:

Information Slides from the meeting, which again are very detailed and comprehensive are available here:

Any Questions? Please e mail sneeicb-nee.colchestermedicalpractice@nhs.net With Online Access Query in the subject line and you will be contacted by an advisor.

You do not need to do anything if you do not wish to view your medical record online or if you already have online access or the NHS App.