Common questions about healthcare communications
How does SIPSTACK protect patient information?
Web, app and API traffic is encrypted with TLS, and call recordings and voicemail are encrypted at rest in regional storage in Canada or the US, based on your billing region. Your administrators choose which roles can play or download recordings, and account and administrative changes are recorded in an audit log you can review.
How does integration with our EHR work?
SIPSTACK doesn't include a built-in EHR integration. Our REST API and webhooks can send call events to systems that you or your vendor connect.
Can we use our existing medical answering service?
Absolutely. SIPSTACK routes after-hours calls to your existing answering service automatically. Or, our AI agents can handle routine after-hours requests (prescription refills, appointment scheduling) and escalate urgent calls to your on-call provider. Many practices use a hybrid approach to reduce answering service costs.
What happens if our internet goes down?
SIPSTACK has multiple failover options: calls can automatically route to backup internet connections, cellular hotspots, or traditional phone lines. Critical departments can have redundant internet from different providers. We also support automatic forwarding to mobile phones if the office loses connectivity entirely.
How quickly can we get up and running?
Most medical practices are fully operational within 2 weeks. We handle number porting, configure your phone tree and routing, train your staff, and remain available during your first week live. For larger hospital systems, implementation takes 4-8 weeks depending on the number of sites and users.
Can someone handle on-site installation and staff training?
Yes. Our authorized channel partners provide on-site hardware deployment, phone provisioning, network configuration, and staff training for healthcare facilities. They are local IT providers who specialize in SIPSTACK deployments and act as an additional support layer for your team. Find a partner near you at sipstack.com/partners/find.