Considering app-based payments? Watch privacy concerns

Why This Topic Matters

Providers and billing staff need to understand the privacy implications of app-based payments before adopting them for copays and other patient balances. The article is relevant to compliance teams, practice managers, and clinicians who want to reduce risk when using modern digital payment tools.

Article Sections

1. Payment apps new form of banking

   This section introduces the growing use of consumer payment apps in health care and discusses how they are being used for patient collections. It also compares these tools with other common payment methods in general terms.

2. Privacy, security an issue

   This section focuses on privacy and security concerns tied to app-based transactions, including third-party access and visibility settings. It addresses the compliance context for health care payments and related privacy laws.

3. Resource

   This section provides a reference link related to payment activity privacy settings.