the bigger problem is the law only applies to some....
I find that HIPPA laws are mis-used to hinder everyone with their medical needs and communication.
My belief is the law is their to restrict the medical side from sending anything but secure communications to a patient.
I doesn’t appear to limit a patients choice to send email or communicate in any fashion a patient desires.
Sort of like: “I am sick ... can the Dr office reach out to me by phone ?
Too many medical places now use call centers that are just another wasteful tier to the patient to reach for help, advice and simply to setup an appointment.