E/M Coding Alert - 2012 Issue 45
Physician Note: CMS Helps Ensure Your Mobile Devices Are HIPAA-Compliant
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Article Overview
This article covers mobile device privacy and security guidance for physician practices, especially those handling patient records on tablets, laptops, and smartphones. It explains why the topic matters for protecting patient information and maintaining compliance, and it points readers to a federal HHS/ONC initiative with general privacy and security recommendations.
Why This Topic Matters
Practices that use mobile technology need to understand privacy and security risks that affect protected health information. The article is relevant to physicians, practice managers, compliance staff, and health IT users who want a high-level overview of federal guidance on securing patient data.
What You Will Learn
- Why mobile devices create privacy and security concerns in healthcare settings
- What kinds of federal guidance are available on protecting patient information on mobile technology
- Which broad safeguards are discussed for securing mobile health information
- Why protecting protected health information on portable devices matters to clinical organizations
Who Should Read This
- Physicians
- Medical practice administrators
- Compliance staff
- Health information technology staff
- Office managers
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