Understanding HIPAA Privacy, Security, and Legal Implications
Explore the importance of HIPAA regulations in safeguarding patient information, the risks of violations, legal consequences, preventative measures, and proper scenarios for releasing protected health information. Learn how to protect patient privacy and avoid common pitfalls in healthcare settings.
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HIPAA Privacy and Security By Yalonda King HCAS 129
Introduction Violations Unauthorized Release of Information Provided Protected Health Information based on personal relationship. Patient PHI compromised without Release of Information consent form submission.
Privacy and Security Issues Information disclosed to third parties that can utilize patient information against the interest of the patient or invasion of patient s privacy. Authorized individuals who can abuse their ability to access information that they do not need to access. (violation of trust). Employees discussing patient information in the workplace.
Legal Consequences and Risks The tiers of criminal penalties for HIPAA violations are: Tier 1: Reasonable cause or no knowledge of violation Up to 1 year in jail Tier 2: Obtaining PHI under false pretenses Up to 5 years in jail Tier 3: Obtaining PHI for personal gain or with malicious intent Up to 10 years in jail
Preventative Measures Provide proper training with up to date policies and procedures. Perform audits and monitor user access. Make sure all computers and mobile devices have encryption, user pin or password. Don t post PHI on social media. Don t gossip or discuss patient information among other employees or third parties.
Scenarios Proper Way of ROI Have the patient or patients representative complete a release of information form to insure the information is being released with permission. Improper Way of ROI Improper disposal of PHI that contains confidential demographic information and private medical information.
References https://www.ironmountain.com/resources/general-articles/e/electronic- health-records-security-and-privacy-concerns https://www.nap.edu/read/5595/chapter/5#64 https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/healthcare-information- technology/10-common-hipaa-violations-and-preventative-measures-to- keep-your-practice-in-compliance.html https://www.hipaajournal.com/what-are-the-penalties-for-hipaa- violations-7096/ https://www.grouponehealthsource.com/blog/top-10-most-common-hipaa- violations
