HITECH and HIPAA both seek to protect electronic health records (EHRs). HITECH strengthens HIPAA by encouraging the use of EHRs and improving privacy and security safeguards. To maintain compliance and protect patient information, a Medical Assistant must ensure patient data confidentiality, adhere to proper EHR protocols, and stay up to date on regulatory changes.
CHAPTER 4 ASSIGNMENT Read chapter 4 in the textbook. (pp. 49-86) Instructions for ALL chapter assignments: Summarize the chapter by answering the
CHAPTER 4 ASSIGNMENT Read chapter 4 in the textbook. (pp. 49-86) Instructions for ALL chapter assignments: Summarize the chapter by answering the following questions: What? What information did I get from this chapter?