# Letter to members template

Recommendation
Tailor the template below to meet your needs before publishing on your website or in member communications.

> ## Subject: Your providers can access your member claims data
Payers are required to make member data available to in-network providers and attribute member data to their providers using a Provider Access API.
## Member Benefits
As a member maintaining opt in status, you could potentially receive the following benefits:
* Better care and health outcomes: Studies show that patients do better when providers have a complete health record and access to the right information so they can manage care more effectively and reduce or avoid repeat tests.
* Less burden on you: You don't have to remember every detail of your medical history or confirm prior care information during visits.
* Potential cost savings: Fewer duplicate service requests and appeals can lower administrative costs and reduce overall expenses.
* Modern care models: Providers are encouraged to shift toward value-based care, focusing on quality and results rather than volume of services.

## Member opt-out rights
As a member, you are opted in by default. No action is required on your behalf to take part in the sharing of data which provides the member benefits described above. However, if you decide you no longer want your information shared, you can opt-out at any point through your payer.
## How to opt-out of the Provider Access data exchange
Either choose one of the options below or insert your custom opt-in process. Include only the relevant process choice below by deleting one section entirely and the header (h3) for the chosen section.
### Option 1: Process for members if you (the payer) have configured IdP integration for opt-in
1. Click on the opt-in link in your member portal.
2. Review the educational materials presented to you and click Continue.
3. Choose whether you would like to Opt-in or Opt-out of Provider Access.
4. Click Submit. A confirmation page is displayed to let you know that you have opted-in successfully.

### Option 2: Process for members if you (the payer) have not configured IdP integration but still use 1upHealth for opt-in
1. Click on the opt-in link in your member portal.
2. Click Register.
3. Enter the information required to create an account and click Register.
4. Review the educational materials presented to you and click Continue.
5. Choose whether you would like to Opt-in or Opt-out of Provider Access.
6. Click Submit. A confirmation page is displayed to let you know that you have opted-in successfully.