Description
Your Mobile Device and Health Information Privacy and Security
Physicians, health care providers and other health care professionals are using smartphones, laptops and tablets in their work. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has gathered these tips and information to help you protect and secure health information patients entrust to you when using mobile devices.
Disclaimer
The material in these guides and tools was developed from the experiences of Regional Extension Center staff in the performance of technical support and EHR implementation assistance to primary care providers. The information contained in this guide is not intended to serve as legal advice nor should it substitute for legal counsel. The guide is not exhaustive, and readers are encouraged to seek additional detailed technical guidance to supplement the information contained herein.
Reference in this web site to any specific resources, tools, products, process, service, manufacturer, or company does not constitute its endorsement or recommendation by the U.S. Government or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
Audience
Providers & Professionals
Objectives
- Explain the importance of safety for you, your workplace, and the customers you serve.
- Be aware of the safety benefits of using the Internet, e-mail, mobile devices and electronic equipment.
- Learn the best way to protect customer data identity theft.
- Learn when to report security incidents,
- Will be able to locate the policies and procedures for obtaining more information.
Certificate
By completing/passing this course, you will attain the certificate Security Awareness
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