Confidentiality, HIPAA and HITECH Overview Part 2Confidentiality, HIPAA and HITECH Overview Part 2
Counselor Toolbox Podcast with DocSnipes
HIPAA, HITECH provide baseline standards for not only protecting confidentiality, but also ensuring accessibility to protected health information during a disaster, to coordinate care and for the patient to review.
44:19•10 Jun 2017
Safeguarding Privacy: Understanding HIPAA and HITECH with Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes
“HIPAA, HITECH provide baseline standards for not only protecting confidentiality, but also ensuring accessibility to protected health information during a disaster, to coordinate care and for the patient to review.”
How do you keep client information safe while still ensuring it's accessible when needed? Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes tackles this crucial question in this episode of the 'Counselor Toolbox Podcast'. She breaks down the complexities of HIPAA and HITECH, shedding light on how these regulations protect confidentiality and ensure the accessibility of health information during emergencies. From work-related illnesses to interactions with law enforcement, Dr. Snipes covers various scenarios where confidentiality might need to be breached.
She also dives into the importance of implementing policies to safeguard electronic records and the role of employers in maintaining confidentiality. Key takeaways include understanding the necessity of limited information releases and prioritizing client safety in diverse situations. Whether you're a professional seeking to bolster your knowledge or someone looking to understand how your personal information is protected, this episode offers valuable insights.
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