Abstract: A method and system for two-factor authentication of electronic prescriptions for controlled substance is characterized by the tagging of discreet prescription identifiers, created by an electronic medical record system, with a unique identification number and encoding the identification number in an electronically readable identifier. The identifier is created using an electronic network service that creates the unique identification number and the electronically readable identifier. When provided with the unique identification number and the electronically readable identifier, a health care practitioner can authenticate the electronic prescription using a standard smartphone or other mobile device.

Abstract: A method and system for exchanging health information of an individual via the Internet is characterized by tagging of discreet consumer health encounter records, created by an electronic medical record system, with a unique identification number and encoding the identification number in an electronically readable identifier. The record includes the results of medical examinations, medical procedures, medical device measurements and other health information pertinent to the individual. The record is tagged using an electronic network service that creates the unique identification number and the electronically readable identifier. When provided with the unique identification number and the electronically readable identifier, the individual can transfer private medical information to a selected personal health record system.