Most dental practices now keep patient information on
desktop computers and various mobile devices such as laptops, tablets or smart
phones. Protecting electronically stored
patient data is mandatory in order to be in compliance with the Security Rule
of HIPAA.
Consider the following precautions. Enable encryption that came with your mobile
device or purchase and install an encryption program. Keep the device locked, accessible only by
password. A program to allow remote
wiping or disabling should be installed to be used in case of loss or theft of
the device. Use no file-sharing
applications. Make certain Wi-Fi
transmissions are used only with an encrypted network connection. Use extreme care to delete stored patient
health or payment information before discarding or reusing any mobile device,
preferably seeking advice concerning deletion from an expert.
For additional information on security of mobile devices go
to:
healthit.gov/providers-professionals/how-can-you-protect-and-secure-health-information-when-using-mobile-device.
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