Before undertaking e-mail communication with a patient, which of the followingmust you do?
A) Ask the physician for permission to e-mail the patient
B) Ask the patient verbally for permission to send an e-mail message
C) Ask the patient which provider she wants to communicate with
D) Have a written consent for e-mail communication on file
E) Add the patient's e-mail address to her EHR

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A written consent for e-mail communication is necessary to ensure that the patient agrees to this form of communication and understands the associated privacy and security risks.

Before Undertaking E-Mail Communication with a Patient, Which of the Followingmust