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Minor access can be granted through proxy enrollment from birth to 15 years of age.  \nPlease note: the medical information for minors, between the ages of 16-18, will not be available through the Baptist Health Patient Portal.  \n• Please view our Medical Records page to complete an Authorization to Request Medical Records form.  \n• Please note: A copy of a state or federal issued photo identification is required for processing any release of medical information. Fees and Charges May Apply.  \nWhat type of internet browsers are supported through the Patient Portal?  \nAll internet browsers can be used to access the patient portal.  \nIs there an app for Baptist Health Central Alabama Patient Portal?  \nYes, current patient portal users can download the HealtheLife application on iOS and Android, available at no cost. Patients will be prompted to select our organization-Baptist Health Central Alabama. This application allows access to the full patient portal.  \nCan I receive notifications through the HealtheLife Application?  \nYes, HealtheLife app users may opt-in to receive an email notification when messages are sent from the clinical staff. These notifications do not contain any personal health information. These notifications can be disabled as well.  \nMay I change my email address associated with my patient portal?  \nYes, you can change your email address within your patient portal by logging into your current account.  \nWithin the settings dropdown, click the Sign in and Security tab. On this screen, click the Edit button next to the Email Address field.  \n• Please note: This will require an authentication code, sent to the new email address to verify security. Changing your email address within the patient portal does not update your email address within Baptist Health Systems.  \nWhat type of email is needed for claiming a patient portal account?  \nAny type of email can be used for enrollment within the patient portal. If you do not have an email address, you will need to get one. There are several web-based services, free of charge, within the community. This email should not be a shared inbox, to keep your protected health information secure.  \nPortal Access Questions  \nWhat if I want access to my minor child or another adult’s records through my patient portal?  \nManage the health of your children (under 16 years of age) or another adult, to whom you have been designated to serve as a health care proxy.  \n• Please note: Medical information for minors, between the ages of 16-18, will not be available through Baptist Health Patient Portal.  \n• If you are in need of requesting access to the portal on behalf of a patient (as a health care proxy), please fill out the Patient Portal Proxy Access form with all requested supplemental documentation. 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