– Zurich introduces e-signatures
– Pilot of electronic GP reports in Q4
29 November 2016 we announced that we are rolling out e-signature approval for the AMRA (Access to medical records act) declaration and will soon be starting a pilot of electronic GP reports to make applications for protection products quicker and smoother for advisers and your clients.
We began introducing e-signatures* allowing customers to provide immediate consent for their GP to share their medical data with the insurer. A successful pilot by us showed that by using this technology the vast majority of customers returned their consent on the same day, unlike the traditional process which typically takes days to complete through the post.
We will also soon be piloting a system** to request and receive medical evidence electronically, reducing the amount of time it takes to provide customers with decisions on their policy applications and enabling them to secure cover more quickly. The new system will help GPs meet their obligations around data protection legislation by offering a simple reporting solution including a set of tools to automatically remove non-permitted and sensitive data.
Zurich Chief Underwriter for UK Life, said: “Developments like this will make an enormous difference to customers, advisers and GPs, making the whole process of applying for cover and collating medical evidence quicker and easier.
“In the spirit of the ABI guidelines on the use of electronic signatures launched earlier this year, this new technology will also help to ensure that customer details are kept secure.”
* provided by Docusign
** provided by Niche Health
Want to know more?
To find out more about how Zurich’s products could be right for your clients phone Patrick Mclaughlin , Zurich Business Account Manager for The Right Mortgage on 01793 406169 or visit www.zurichintermediary.co.uk
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