55.9% preferred fax, 40.5% preferred EHR inbox messages, and 19.8% preferred email for receiving updates. 67.9% preferred updates in a traditional note format. The most important information for providers was the patient diagnosis and treatment plan. Providers prioritized updates for conditions with potential long-term impacts, such as osteomyelitis, fractures requiring surgery, scoliosis, and developmental dysplasia of the hip. Over half (59.5%) wanted updates after the first visit and 50.5% after changes in care plans.