It seems like every time you turn around, there's another buzzword in healthcare. So, let's start by demystifying the latest API. An API or application program interface is a service that listens for requests to perform a task and then instantly springs into action upon request.

An API includes a set of rules for how to make the request and how to respond will be formatted. These rules are used to develop software that access the API service and that software can be used by providers and staff to improve productivity by automating otherwise manual tasks.

iShare Medical offers two APIs, one that can be used to look up direct addresses and another that can be used to send and receive direct messages among trusted patients, providers, and payers.

These API’s work behind the scenes called by your EHR or other software to achieve interoperability across our nationwide network of 2.8 million healthcare providers.

iShare Medical's API’s help streamline interoperability, improve productivity and work throughout the healthcare system regardless of care setting, provider, or EHR. And, that's why health care is all a buzz about API’s.

About iShare Medical

iShare Medical has been EHNAC Accredited for Privacy and Security and a DirectTrust Accredited Trust Anchor Health Information Services Provider since the inception of the DirectTrust Accredited Trust Anchor bundle in 2015.

By signing up for an iShareID Direct Address and iShare Medical Messaging Account you will be able to send and receive Direct Messages across organizational boundaries to patients, providers, payers, and devices via our nationwide network of 2.8 million healthcare providers. This helps you to improve care coordination, reduce costs, and save time.   Plus, iShareID Direct Address and iShare Medical Messaging account include access to and a listing in the iShare Medical Directory of Direct Addresses. Sign up today and start sharing medical records now.

Sign up today for iShare Medical Messaging and start sharing medical records now.  Call us today at 816.249.2555 or email us at info@isharemedical.com.