The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) enforces the Federal privacy regulations commonly known as the HIPAA Privacy Rule (HIPAA). HIPAA requires most doctors, nurses, pharmacies, hospitals, nursing homes, and other health care providers to protect the privacy of your health information. Here, from HHS, is a list of common questions about HIPAA… Continue reading How Much Health-Care Privacy Do You Have?
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Is Health Information Secure on Mobile Devices?
Since cyber thieves have discovered the mountain of gold containing personal and financial data hidden in healthcare networks, many consumers have started to be anxious about the safety of their information. It’s a valid concern, but if the chosen healthcare provider is up to date on best practices, there isn’t much about which to worry.… Continue reading Is Health Information Secure on Mobile Devices?