Restricting Disclosure of Personal Health Information in the IHDE

Download our patient information flyer for more details on how the Exchange can benefit you as a patient.

The IHDE allows participating providers to access health information about you so you can get the best possible medical care. It will provide access to your health information in an emergency when you might not be able to answer questions. Making this information available at the point of care can help reduce medical errors.

You can choose whether to make your health information available to providers participating in the IHDE. The medication history available through the IHDE may indicate the presence of a substance abuse issue, mental health condition, and other condition that you may consider sensitive. If you do not want this information to be shared through IHDE, you should make a request to restrict the disclosure of your health information. If you request a restriction, only your name, date of birth and gender will be available to participating providers. However, the benefits of making your medical information accessible to providers who are caring for you will not be available to you.

To restrict disclosure of your health information or your minor child's health information, print the request to restrict form and mail or fax the completed, signed form to:

Idaho Health Data Exchange
PO Box 6978
Boise, ID, 83707
Fax: (208) 334-6558