Doing It Right: Getting a Jump on Privacy and Security

Author:

Jared Rhoads

New data sources, changing regulations, and tighter enforcement of privacy and security rules are keeping healthcare leaders vigilant about protecting sensitive health information. More data are coming from more sources than ever before, including remote monitoring, mobile devices, and social media. Moreover, the stakes are higher as new enforcement efforts (with serious penalties) take effect and HIPAA audits continue.

In this paper, we identify six basic things that every health delivery organization can do now to improve privacy and security. Among them are establishing a Chief Privacy Office, conducting a preemptive risk assessment, and addressing mobile devices and social media.

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