HIPAA Security

HIPAA Security

Tips and helpful hints

• No sharing of passwords.
• Keep stored passwords on you, not on your PC or desk.
• Set a Screen Saver to automatically appear after 10 minutes using password protect.
• Keep computer monitors out of view from others.
• Use strong passwords when possible.
• Do not send patient information over the internet, by e-mail or as attachment in an e-mail.  Use encryption if available.
• Do not use portable or mobile media such as thumb drives or PDA’s to store patient information.

HIPAA Security Links

• Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS)
• HIPAA Advisory

Last Updated: Friday November 03 2006