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Refer a Patient
Healthcare providers, recommend our services to your patients for a comprehensive and dependable healthcare solution. Our trusted platform provides a host of benefits, ensuring the right information is accessible to deliver prompt and accurate medical care during emergencies.
How to refer your patients
Contact us
Who you should refer
Refer patients to enhance the healthcare system's safety and efficiency.
Ensure your patients have peace of mind with accessible medical information to support their needs.
Allergies
Including allergies to medications, nuts, latex, bees, penicillin, or food and environmental elements.
Advanced Care
Members can store their Advance Care Plans, Directives and other important Health documents.
Implants & Devices
Pacemakers, Metal & Cochlear Implants, Stents. Make these known in an emergency.
Health Conditions
Asthma, Diabetes, Epilepsy, Heart Disease, Rare Disorders or other Health Conditions.
Medications
Taking Anticoagulants, Immunosuppressants, Insulin, Steroids or other medications vital to know in an emergency.
Identification
We can identify and speak for you in an emergency.
Carers & Guardians
We help carers and guardians of members by providing them with access to their family member's medical information, enhancing their ability to provide proper care.
Have any questions?
Enquiring minds want to know. Below you will find answers to questions that we get asked about the most. Can’t find an answer? Let us know.
I’ve found someones lost MedicAlert® Medical ID, how do I return it?
We provide a free lost and found service. If you find a MedicAlert® Medical ID, return it to the Foundation, PO Box 40028, Upper Hutt 5140. We will locate the member and forward it onto them at no cost. For privacy protection, we cannot release members personal information.
Can I update my information that first responders see?
Members can access their information anytime, just click sign in, or call Membership Services who can review your information with you over the phone once they have completed a security verification. Just remember, health information must come from your Health Provider. Any other information, it's important you update it regularly.
What is the 24/7 Emergency Hotline Service?
The 24/7 Emergency Hotline is a service provided by MedicAlert® Foundation New Zealand through it's Service Provider Whakarongorau Aotearoa. This provider also delivers the Health New Zealand national telehealth service called Healthline.
The Hotline Number (+64 4 4722 999) can be called in New Zealand or from Overseas if you are travelling, is engraved on your MedicAlert Medical ID and is printed on your MedicAlert Wallet Card.
It offers immediate emergency access to your critical identity and health information, including your Emergency Contact and Health Provider, by First Responders and Good Samaritans needing assistance. When the Hotline is called due to an accident or medical emergency, Whakarongorau will call your listed Emergency Contact to let them know, so they can provide support for you.
You can view the ‘Emergency Record’ accessible by the 24/7Emergency Hotline Service, when logged into your MACM – Member Account. Click on ‘Overview’ to locate the button.
Please check with your Emergency Contact that their contact details have not changed. You will need their phone numbers and address. Providing an email address is also very helpful, it allows the Foundation to touch base with them, if need be, from time to time. Please update your information as soon as possible by:
· Logging into your MACM – Member Account using your Health NZ ‘My Health Account’ Login details. A sign-up option to get a My Health Account Login is also available. Go to: www.medicalert.nz , click login.
· Contacting Membership Services ph: 0800 840 111. e. Service@MedicAlert.nz"
What are the ‘terms of agreement’ of membership, between the Foundation and its members?
MedicAlert® Foundation is a member owned service organisation that acts to support its members. The Member Terms Statement is the basis of contract or agreement between the Foundation and its Medical Identification Members. A copy is provided on the enrolment form, available 24/7 on the Foundation's website, or upon request.
Which Medical IDs do you recommend for children and toddlers?
We offer a variety of products including silicone and velcro sports bands. However, our stainless steel petite emblem comes highly recommennded for babies and toddlers.
My Medical ID has been broken, how do I get a replacement or repair?
Please contact us on 0800840111 before sending a product for repairs. Alternatively, you can order new products at any time over the phone or online.
