Encryption system for allowing immediate universal access to medical records while maintaining complete patient control over privacy

摘要

Personal medical information records are made available to an individual without jeopardizing privacy. Medical records are portable and accessible throughout the world via the web. A “key” known only to the patient allows access only to the individual and those chosen by the individual for authorized use. Information is secure, and stored in encrypted format. There is no linkage at the server level between patient identifying data and the medical information except for access by them. The system allows real-time altering and updating of information using a personal identifier plus a password selected by the individual. The identifier may be printed on a card or otherwise carried on the individual's person. The individual chooses a second unique identifier for use when the card is not available. Entering either identifier provides immediate access to the records. No password is needed for viewing of the records, thereby facilitating access in the event of an emergency.