- Vaccination history
- Allergies and medical alerts conditions
- Chronic health conditions
- Chronic medications
- Test results
Common Questions
How and where do I get my Medical Smart Card?
You can apply through our website or via your health carer. You can also text us on 066 248 3658
Is my privacy safe?
Your medical information is stored on your smart card. You have full control of your medical information. Sharing your personal record is your choice. You can share at will and your consent to trusted people and organisation that tell you what they intend to do with your data. Do not share you card information if you are not comfortable.
Your card does not contain your ID identification Number. It only contains your Date of birth. We expect verification of your medical smart card with your national ID card.
QR barcode on our card directly link you to our website data base which requires your national ID NUMBER and UNIQUE PASSWORD to log into your detailed medical condition and treatment.
Can my Card expire?
Your card does not have Expiry Date but your information may need an update if your medical condition or medication changes. Contact Medicare 38 to update your information.
Your card will need a replacement if lost, stolen or missing.
MEDICAL
IDENTITY CARD
Medical Information
The Medical ID card is your identity when you are voiceless in dire emergencies and it also allows you to share your basic medical information to health workers.
Smart Medical Card
o Legal name & date of birth
o Your clinical information
o Tests: result
o Vaccinations: type, date.
o Medical information
Privacy
The card does not contain:
• Your phone number
• Your address
• Your government-issued identifier
• Any other health information
Types of Cards
1. Simple writable card that can be issued by Doctors and health carers in their offices
2. Printable Cards offered by Medicare 38 Company
3. QR coded Cards for more detailed and confidential information
