This is a slideshow explaining the importance of protecting patient privacy and confidentiality. This slideshow is for education and training purposes only.
2. Consumers entrust their most private information
to health care organizations.
Health professionals have legal obligations to
protect patient privacy.
Patient health information is protected by federal
HIPPA regulations.
3. Never access or read data that is not part of your
job description or duties.
Never share your password.
Never leave your work station before logging off.
4. Report your suspicions to the manager
immediately.
If you suspect management is in violation you may
move up the chain of command toward the CEO
or Board of Trustees.
You may leave a tip on the hotline:
1-888-PRIVACY, you may remain anonymous.
5. You can cause harm to a patient.
You can lose your job and/or licensure.
If you violate HIPAA, you become exposed to civil
and criminal prosecution, which can result in large
fines and possible imprisonment.