Data privacy in healthcare encompasses the policies, practices, and technologies aimed at safeguarding sensitive patient information from unauthorized access or disclosure. It involves ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of electronic health records, medical imaging data, and other protected health information. Maintaining data privacy is critical for upholding patient trust, complying with regulations like HIPAA, and enabling secure sharing of health data for care coordination and research purposes.
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The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated the adoption of telehealth and remote patient monitoring (RPM) solutions in healthcare. While these technologies offer numerous benefits, they also introduce new risks and challenges related to data privacy and security. As healthcare providers and organizations embrace virtual care models, ensuring compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) is paramount.
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