Health Network Access (HNA): Who Qualifies and What You Get

Health Network Access (HNA) provides registered pharmacists with secure digital access to patient health records. This scheme is designed to help healthcare professionals view relevant medical information to support their professional duties.

👤Who it's for

This scheme is specifically for individuals who are registered pharmacists. To be eligible, you must maintain your professional registration as required by the relevant regulatory bodies in New Zealand.

🎁What you get

Through this scheme, you gain secure access to patient health records. This digital access is intended to provide the necessary medical information required to perform your duties safely and effectively within a pharmacy setting.

💰What it costs you

While there is no specific monetary fee listed in the scheme details, the process requires organizational sponsorship or approval. You will need to work through your employer or the organization you work for to secure the necessary authorization to participate in the network.

⚠️The catch to know

The most important thing to remember is that access permissions are tied to your specific workplace or organization. If you move to a different pharmacy or change employers, your current access permissions do not transfer with you. You will need to go through the approval process again at your new location.

📝How to apply

• Confirm that you hold a valid registration as a pharmacist.
• Contact your current pharmacy or healthcare organization to request sponsorship.
• Follow the specific internal approval steps required by your organization to obtain sponsorship.
• Once approved, follow your employer's instructions for accessing the health network.