nems patient portal

by Prof. Jimmie Bartoletti 4 min read
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What is NEMS?

NEMS is a private, non-profit community health center that was established in 1968. As an outpatient clinic, NEMS provides comprehensive, multilingual, culturally sensitive health care services, which are accessible and affordable to everyone. NEMS provides access to services regardless of a person's ability to pay.

Do I have to pay to use NEMS services?

NEMS provides access to services regardless of a person's ability to pay. It is your responsibility, however, to pay for services provided to you at NEMS and which are not covered by your health insurance plan or special programs.

What is north east medical services?

Welcome to North East Medical Services (NEMS)! NEMS is a private, non-profit community health center that was established in 1968. As an outpatient clinic, NEMS provides comprehensive, multilingual, culturally sensitive health care services, which are accessible and affordable to everyone.

How do I make an appointment with the NEMS center?

When calling to make an appointment: Dial (415) 391-9686 ext. 8150 or (650) 550-3923 ext. 8150 or (408) 573-9686 ext. 8150 and specify which clinic and department you would like to make an appointment. When your call is answered, please tell the Call Center staff the following: Your name and NEMS Card number

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Why is NEMS not showing up?

To ensure that all patients have a fair opportunity to see a provider when they need to, NEMS has a No Show Policy.

How to cancel a NEMS appointment?

To cancel your appointment, please call the 24-hour NEMS Cancellation Message Line at (415) 352-5123.

What happens if you miss your appointment at a hospital?

If you continue to miss your appointments, you will be placed back on the probation period.

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Health Information Services

Accessing Your Medical Records

  • NEMS is the legal custodian of your health records. Your records are maintained for the benefit of you as a patient, the health care providers, and the clinic. As a patient you are entitled to access your medical record either by viewing, having copies in electronic format or in paper. We will not release your health information without your writte...
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Privacy Standards

  • HIPAA was enacted to create national privacy standards for all healthinformation. On April 14, 2003, NEMS, as a health care provider,became HIPAA compliant. The Health Information Technologyfor Economic and Clinical Health (HITECH) Act offers additionalprivacy and security regulations to protect the increased electronicexchange of information. These electronic exchan…
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