We would like to remind all providers that clinical information required for precertification of procedures must be submitted via fax or email. Any Protected Health Information (PHI) sent electronically to IBC should be sent in compliance with the provider?s Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) privacy and security obligations as a Covered Entity. Although many of our providers are submitting their documentation and photos electronically, there are still a few who are not adhering to this expectation. Due to the potential delay in processing, we will no longer accept standard mail after December 31, 2013. A fax number and/or email address will be provided upon submission of the precertification request. We appreciate your cooperation in submitting your documentation electronically. If you have any questions, please contact your Network Coordinator.