E/M Coding Alert - 2018 Issue 6
Reader Question: How to Prevent Mobile Device Issues
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Article Overview
This reader Q&A reviews high-level guidance from the HHS Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology on managing tablets and other mobile devices in a medical practice. It focuses on program planning, risk assessment, policy development, staff training, and general safeguards for protecting patient information on mobile devices. The article is useful for practice administrators, compliance staff, and clinicians responsible for device handling and information security.
Why This Topic Matters
Mobile devices are increasingly used for clinical documentation and information access, which creates privacy, security, and operational risks if devices are lost, shared, or improperly configured. This article helps readers understand the broad areas a practice should address when building a mobile device security program.
What You Will Learn
- How mobile device use in a practice can affect privacy and security planning
- What broad categories of risk management and policy development are discussed
- Which general safeguards are commonly recommended for protecting information on mobile devices
- Why ongoing training and maintenance are part of mobile device security programs
Who Should Read This
- Medical practice administrators
- Compliance officers
- HIPAA privacy and security staff
- Clinicians using mobile devices
- Health information management professionals
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