NextMD offers providers an invaluable tool for strengthening doctor-patient relationships and increasing patient loyalty. Co-branded with a practice’s Web site, NextMD is a secure, fully customizable Internet portal that links patients to their providers through an easily accessible Web interface.

From patient education documents to the latest test results, NextMD offers patients a wealth of information while greatly reducing the volume of phone calls and mailings to and from the practice. Patients logging on to NextMD can choose from a variety of options, including:

• Scheduling or canceling an appointment, or receiving reminders
• Sending a secure e-mail message to their provider
• Reviewing up-to-date health information and news
• Requesting a prescription refill
• Conducting an e-visit
• Updating demographic and insurance information
• Requesting documents from the practice
• Completing registration, enrollment or other forms or surveys