How long does it take to fax a Prescription?

Most faxes are delivered within 1–3 minutes. Single-page documents typically arrive in under a minute.

Do I need a cover page when faxing a Prescription?

Yes — for Prescriptions, a cover page with a confidentiality notice is strongly recommended and may be required under HIPAA. TigerFax includes a built-in cover page feature.

Can I fax a Prescription to any fax number?

Yes — TigerFax can send your Prescription to any fax machine or online fax service worldwide. Just enter the recipient's fax number (including area code for US numbers, or country code for international).

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How to Fax a Prescription from iPhone

Prescription faxing is one of the most common uses of fax in healthcare — and TigerFax makes it simple from any iPhone.

What you'll need

iPhone or iPad running iOS 15 or later
TigerFax app (free on the App Store)
Your Prescription (physical copy to scan, or a PDF/image file)
The recipient's fax number
A cover page with confidentiality notice (recommended)

How to Fax a Prescription: Step-by-Step

1
Open TigerFax
Open TigerFax and tap compose
2
Scan or upload your document
Scan the prescription clearly — ensure the prescriber's signature and DEA number are legible
3
Add a cover page
Add a HIPAA cover page
4
Enter the fax number
Enter the pharmacy or specialist's fax number
5
Review and send
Review and send

Pro Tips for Faxing Prescriptions

1.Ensure the prescriber's signature, date, and DEA number are clearly visible in the scan
2.Confirm the pharmacy's fax number before sending
3.Some controlled substances have additional faxing restrictions — check with the prescriber

Secure transmission

TigerFax transmits all faxes over encrypted connections. TigerFax supports HIPAA-compliant faxing with confidentiality cover pages. Your documents are never stored on third-party servers after transmission.

Which iPhone Works Best for Faxing Prescriptions?

TigerFax works on all iPhones running iOS 15 or later. Here are the best options for faxing Prescriptions:

iPhoneiOS 15+iPhone 16iOS 18 iPhone 16 ProLiDAR scanning · iOS 18 iPhone 16 PlusiOS 18

FAQ: Faxing Prescriptions from iPhone

Yes. TigerFax transmits your Prescription over encrypted channels and is HIPAA-compliant. Your document is never stored on third-party servers after transmission.

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