HIPAA Oncology Fax Cover Sheet

When transmitting oncology faxes, it is important to ensure that the transmission is HIPAA-compliant to protect the privacy and security of electronic personal health information (ePHI). Here are some key points to keep in mind when transmitting oncology faxes:

• Use a HIPAA-compliant fax solution that provides reliable, secure transmission of ePHI
• Modern cloud-based fax technology is the most secure means of transmitting and receiving PHI
• When transmitting faxes for research conducted at UCSF, use the UCSF HIPAA form and send a cover sheet requesting the recipient to confirm receipt of the fax
• If you are using OncoEMR Oncology practices, use a HIPAA-compliant fax solution that provides reliable, inbound and outbound fax transmission
• Consider switching to digital faxing to improve efficiency and security

Using a HIPAA compliant fax service for oncology practices has several benefits, including:

• Ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations to protect the privacy and security of electronic personal health information (ePHI)
• Providing reliable, secure transmission of medical records, referrals, lab results, and other medical documents
• Offering a user-friendly, cloud-based solution that integrates seamlessly with existing electronic medical record (EMR) systems to improve staff productivity and ensure business continuity
• Facilitating efficient communication between healthcare organizations and third-party business partners in a secure manner
• Providing sophisticated encryption and end-to-end security features that protect against computer viruses, hacking, and spam.