How to manage Emergency Access and Medical ID on iPhone

Step by step

1. 30 sec

   Open the Health application

   Locate and open the Health app from your Home Screen. Tap your profile picture or initials icon in the top-right corner of the Summary tab to reveal the menu.

2. 1 min

   Access Medical ID settings

   Tap the Medical ID button located in the Features section. Select Edit in the top-right corner to modify your health profile or ensure existing information is current.

   Note: Verify that your primary physician, allergies, and blood type are accurately documented.
3. 30 sec

   Enable Lock Screen access

   Scroll to the bottom of the Edit screen. Toggle the switch for Show When Locked to the ON position to ensure emergency services can access your profile without a passcode.

   Note: This is mandatory for your Medical ID to be useful to first responders.
4. 1 min

   Verify Emergency Contacts

   Under the Emergency Contacts section, review the listed individuals. Tap Add Emergency Contact to select a person from your Contacts app and assign their relationship to you.

   Note: Ensure the selected contacts are reachable and aware they are listed as your emergency points of contact.
5. 30 sec

   Confirm the emergency interface

   Lock your iPhone. Swipe up or press the Side button, then tap Emergency on the passcode entry screen. Tap Medical ID to verify that your information is displayed correctly.

   Note: If you do not see your data, revisit step 3 to ensure the toggle remains enabled.