Discussion Post: Major Health Information Technology
Major health information technology (HIT) regulations aim to ensure privacy and confidentiality of patient health information. In this assignment, you will be asked to research your state privacy laws and standards specific to patient health information.
Task:
A. Describe and discuss your state's privacy laws that are specific to HIT.
B. Compare and contrast your state's privacy laws against HIPAA privacy rules.
C. Develop and present a one- or two-page sample policy in ensuring privacy and confidentiality of patient health information when adopting an HIT. Your policy must cover:
a. Boundaries or limitations of disclosure
b. Security
c. Consumer control
d. Accountability.
The response must include a reference list. One-inch margins, double-space, Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font and APA style of writing and citations.
Reference
• Federal Trade Commission. (2010). Complying with the FTC's health breach notification rule.
• Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology. (2018). Health IT legislation.
• Mertz, K. (2008). Health information technology 2007 and 2008 state legislation.