Protecting Patient Privacy--It's Everyone's Responsibility
Today, more than ever, patients and consumers are both concerned and aware that their private information can be used or released without their knowledge.
Recently there was a new federal law that protects a patient's private medical information and gives patients new rights in managing their health information.
In this session we will talk about patient concerns, what happens when they don't trust their health care provider, the new patient rights, and your responsibilities in protecting patient privacy.
This presentation was adapted with permission from Lafene Health Center, Kansas State University.
References
References used to complete this presentation include:
- HIPAA Rule: 1996 Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act Public Law 104-191. Privacy Rule effective April 14, 2001.
- Health Privacy Web site
- Medic Alert Web site: www.medicalert.org