Starting next month for Public Preview users in the U.S., you’ll be able to link your medical records to the Fitbit app for a fuller picture of your health including your lab results, medications and visit history, all in one place and under your control.
To make this possible, we’re collaborating with partners like b. well and CLEAR. You can search for your healthcare provider and then link to their portal, or simply verify your identity with CLEAR and we will search for records on your behalf. By using IAL2-certified standards — requiring only a selfie and a valid ID — this enhanced security allows the app to automatically locate and sync your records across different providers (availability varies per provider).
When your coach understands your medical history, its guidance becomes safer, more relevant and more personalized. For example, instead of getting a generic answer about cholesterol, you can ask, “How can I improve my cholesterol?” The coach can then summarize your cholesterol labs, highlighting notable values and trends, and provide personalized wellness information based on your medical history and wearable data. In the coming months, you’ll be able to securely share your records and these summaries with your family or provider, using a Smart Health Link URL or QR code.
Of course, data privacy is key when it comes to medical records, or any personal health data. Your records are securely stored with Fitbit, and you have control of your data and how it’s used, shared or deleted. Your medical records, like other health data in Fitbit, is not used for ads. You can learn more in our public commitments found in our Fitbit privacy policy.
Disclaimer: Demos are illustrative. Fitbit is not intended to use your medical records to diagnose, treat, cure, prevent, or monitor any disease or condition. Consult your healthcare professional before making changes concerning your health.