Availity, L.L.C. is a Jacksonville, Florida-based company that specializes in internet-based health information exchange services. Founded in 2001, Availity enhances the communication flow among healthcare providers, health plans, and other stakeholders. Its offerings include various solutions such as CareRead, which facilitates patient information entry via magnetic stripe-enabled member ID cards, and CareProfile, which provides access to electronic health records. The company also offers patient communication tools for online interactions and appointment requests, as well as CarePrescribe, an electronic prescribing system that ensures up-to-date medication information and drug interaction checks. Additionally, Availity’s CareCost Estimator determines patient financial responsibilities in real-time, while CareCollect streamlines the collection of patient payments through card swipes. Availity serves a diverse clientele, including physician offices, hospitals, integrated delivery networks, pharmacies, laboratories, and imaging centers.