Medical Information Must Be Kept Secure

Protecting Your Privacy & Security | HealthIT.gov

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Protecting the Privacy and Security of Your Health Information. The privacy and security of patient health information is a top priority for patients and their families, health care providers and professionals, and the government. Federal laws require many of the key …

Summary of the HIPAA Security Rule | HHS.gov

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The Security Rule calls this information “electronic protected health information” (e-PHI). 3 The Security Rule does not apply to PHI transmitted orally or in writing. General Rules …

HIPAA Retention Requirements - 2023 …

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In Florida, physicians must maintain medical records for five years after the last patient contact, whereas hospitals must …

How to Secure Patient Information (PHI) - 2023 Update

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Your Health Information Security | HealthIT.gov

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The HIPAA Privacy Rule generally requires health care providers and health plans to safeguard your health information. This requirement applies to both paper and …

HIPAA: Security Rule: Frequently Asked Questions

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The Security Rule does not prohibit communication via e-mail or other electronic means. Information can be sent over the Internet as long as it is adequately protected. In …

Privacy and Security of Medical Information

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Your medical information is stored in an electronic format. There are many rules and regulations — including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 …

Protected Health Information (PHI): …

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Compromising anyone’s Protected Health Information is never acceptable or legal. All patients, employees, clients and others whose PHI is in your care have a right to have their personal health …

Protect What You Collect: Keep Protected Health …

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The study detailed how 59 percent of the victims noted that their medical information was used to acquire treatment or services, and 56 percent had credentials …

The Importance of Keeping Patient …

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Keeping a patient’s information secure is an essential part of maintaining patient trust, as well as protecting your company from a lawsuit and tarnishing its reputation. PREVENTATIVE …